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This winter we would like you to meet Janet Ichikawa-Ramsey and Bruce Ramsey. Both are dedicated Community Education students. Bruce Ramsey is a local attorney who also teaches our highly-rated and popular 2-hour classes that help families learn about wills, estates, trusts, and planning to secure their family’s future.

Janet – “We have taken the Edwards’ exercise classes for over seven years. Their classes are fun, educational and help keep us fit.”

Bruce – “Estate Planning Knowledge is Power. My classes help you understand the best options for you and your family.”

Bruce Ramsey and

Janet Ichikawa-Ramsey

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Winter 2018

Connect, Learn,

Thrive!

Connect . . . Learn . . . Thrive!!

The season change is almost upon us again… time for warm woolen mittens, hot chocolate with marshmallows! A time to begin New Year’s resolutions, to learn some new skills to work on new projects. The Community Education Staff has planned exciting activities for the entire family!

If you are looking to enroll in a fitness class to start the New Year with a bang, do we have a class for you! A new class this year is Dancer Conditioning and Techniques. We also have a Morning Basketball class in which students will play pickup games and stress conditioning. There is a variety of activity classes including, Stability Ball Workout, Golf, T’ai Chi, Aquacize It, Resistance Training, Fit in 30, to name a few.

Eating healthy is also an important factor in keeping fit. With our hectic lifestyles, we are always looking to find new ideas on how to prepare healthy, nutritious meals for our family and ourselves. Some of the classes that we have listed include, Roadmap to Healthy Eating and Food in a Flash.

Did you receive a new computer or tablet over the holidays? Community Education has classes to help you learn to use your new electronics: Your New iPad – Demystify It, Computers for Absolute Beginners, Introduction to Using Facebook for 55+, and many more. A new addition to classes during the school year for Kids/Teens is the Stem Robotics for Kids that has been very successful during the summer. Another new class for Kids/Teens is the Kids are Cooking class; a class that will introduce them to creating hummus to eat with veggies.

Community Education has day trips that you will enjoy: the Pacific Orchid and Garden Exposition, Carmel-by-the Sea, the Giants games, etc. We also have extended trips visiting sites in the USA that include Washington, D.C., Cheyenne Frontier Days, and Discover New England’s Fall Charm. However if it’s a journey to foreign shores that entices you, sign up for Tulip Time on the Romantic Rhine and Mosel River Cruise or journey with Reflections of Italy.

Peruse the Community Education Winter 2018 Catalog at your leisure. Register online at www.mjc4life.org to save the $5 registration fee. If you have a question, call us at (209) 575-6063. We are here to help YOU!

Elizabeth Orozco-WittkeManager, Community Education & Contract Programs

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Rita M. PerezCommunity Education Specialist

Liza VazquezAdministrative Specialist

Vicki Vander VeenTravel Coordinator

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4 mjc4life COMMUNITY EDUCATION • WINTER 2018

Arts/Crafts | FUN

ARTS/CRAFTS

Professional Pearl and Bead StringingLearn to tie your own pearl necklaces and save money. Quality jewelry is hand-tied and knotted. Don’t pay the high cost of professionally-tied necklaces, tie your own. Find out where to purchase pearls and precious beads. This would make a great holiday gift.

note: Pay a $35 material fee to instructor in class for first project kit.

A > Jean Hayes $69 + $35 mat. fee* Mar 16 - Mar 30 Fri 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm 3 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

B > Jean Hayes $69 + $35 mat. fee* Mar 16 - Mar 30 Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 3 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

*pay $35 material fee to instructor at first class

origami WorkshopLearn to make easy and beautiful origami boxes for great gift giving. This workshop will teach how to make the

square and triangular boxes. These boxes make the perfect containers for that special small gift, for candy or favors! Weddings, parties and just in time for Easter! Add your personal touch and match any theme. All class materials are provided by instructor at no additional fee. No origami experience necessary.

Linda Casey $19 Mar 19 Mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 136

Ring Making Workshop

If you love handmade jewelry, but

don’t know where to start try this beginning class and learn soldering and embellishing techniques for making a sterling silver ring. Take home a stylish, originally designed and handcrafted ring that might spark your passion for jewelry making.

Jean Hayes $49 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 2 - Feb 9 Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 2 sessions Stoddard Annex,

Metalcraft


LapidaryLearn how to turn stones into beautiful pieces for decor or gems for mounting into custom jewelry. This class teaches basic to advanced lapidary skills including cutting, grinding, faceting and polishing of ornamental, semi-precious and precious stones. You will learn how to recognize, find and develop your gem materials and make beautiful pieces of art. The supplies needed will vary depending upon the projects and materials you select.

note: Students must wear prescription or safety glasses in class and a waterproof apron is recommended. Material fee is for supplies required for classroom equipment.

A > Jean Hayes $99 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 10 - Mar 28 Wed 1:15 pm - 4:45 pm 12 sessions Stoddard Annex,

Lapidary

B > Jean Hayes $99 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 10 - Mar 28 Wed 6:30 pm - 10 pm 12 sessions Stoddard Annex,

Lapidary


Adult Fun


FUN | Arts/Crafts

Jewelry and MetalcraftWhatever your interest, you will have fun learning the basics, and more, in this on-going Jewelry class. Learn how to earn some extra money or make beautiful gifts for someone special. Learn fine-jewelry techniques to construct custom jewelry from copper, bronze, sterling silver and gold. Beginners to advanced learn and practice skills in fabrication, wax carving, introduction to casting, and stone setting. Beginning levels are project-oriented with various jewelry items. The supplies needed vary depending upon the projects and materials you select.

note: No class Jan 15 and Feb 19. Students must bring safety glasses if they do not wear prescription glasses.

A > Jean Hayes $83 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 8 - Mar 26 Mon 1:15 pm - 4:45 pm 10 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

B > Jean Hayes $83 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 8 - Mar 26 Mon 6:30 pm - 10 pm 10 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

C > Jean Hayes $99 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 11 - Mar 29 Thu 1:15 pm - 4:45 pm 12 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

D > Jean Hayes $99 + $11 mat. fee* Jan 11 - Mar 29 Thu 6:30 pm - 10 pm 12 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft


Basic Jewelry AssemblyThis class is for the person who looks longingly at all of those awesome supplies in the hobby shops, but

doesn’t know where to start making their vision become a reality. We will cover basic assembly techniques, and the tools that make it happen! Bring to class a few pieces that you would like to work with.

Debra Greenlee $29 + $30 mat. fee* Mar 23 Fri 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259


easy Wire Wrap JewelryNew Saturday class with free parking! Come learn one of the world’s oldest and most versatile forms of jewelry making: wire wrapping. In class you will learn the basic components and techniques of how to wire wrap jewelry using metal wire and drilled beads. Have fun using your imagination to create professional unique pieces. Class is designed for newcomers or for those who want to brush up on their skills.

note: Please bring small square nose pliers, felt tip pen, scotch tape, ruler, round nose pliers, and cutters.

Anna Christiansen $29 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 10 Sat 1 pm - 4 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259


Wire Wrap Jewelry - IINew Saturday class with free parking! Broaden your wire wrapping knowledge as you learn new

techniques and use new materials. Learn to make projects with copper, a cabochon, and more. Complete 2 projects - either a pendant, earrings or bracelet. Custom handmade jewelry makes a wonderful gift or is a fun way to earn extra cash.

Anna Christiansen $29 + $15 mat. fee* Mar 10 Sat 1 pm - 4 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259



Arts/Crafts | FUN

CHALK PAInt® by Annie SloanBecome your own decorator in this introductory class! Learn how to transform your furniture, decor, cabinets and much more in one easy step. You will learn five certified CHALK PAINT® techniques, plus proper wax application. A variety of techniques and finishes will be covered that you will be able to use in your home and garden! You will be able to take your painted sample pieces home. Materials provided but a small piece of decor is welcome. Must not be larger than 1x1 ft.

note: Material fee required to cover supplies and take-away samples. Register early as class size is limited to 12. Materials provided but a small piece of decor is welcome. Must not be larger than 1x1 ft.

A > Lauren Camarata $45 + $25 mat. fee* Feb 21 Wed 10 am - 1 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259

B > Lauren Camarata $45 + $25 mat. fee* Mar 22 Thu 10 am - 1 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259


Jewelry Metal StampingAdd a personal touch to make any day special! Make a custom pendant, bracelet or earrings using a metal stamping technique. No crafting skills necessary! If you can use a hammer, you can learn to make beautiful custom jewelry. This course will introduce students to the basics of metal stamping. Learn the best metals to use, design ideas, basic techniques. You will complete a project of your own design in class! Take a moment to explore the inspiration photos collected for this class: https://www.pinterest.com/debbithinksdeep/stamping-class.

note: Bring to class: A 16 oz household hammer; Optional: earplugs. Material fee includes a set of alphabet and numerical stamps that the student will take home, and a variety of metal stamping blanks.

Debra Greenlee $29 + $25 mat. fee* Feb 2 Fri 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 259


Precious Metal Clay - Silver

Learn to work with this unique medium while

creating 2 or 3 pendants (depending on size) or earrings or several charms. All molds will be available for use in the class. Once the piece you create is completed and fired, only the metal will be left. In this class we will work with silver clay. The nice thing about the silver clay is that it only takes one day to complete your projects. You will leave the class with your newly-created pieces. No experience necessary.

Glenda Long $49 + $55 mat. fee* Feb 24 Sat 9:30 am - 4 pm 1 session Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft


Authentic Stained Glass for BeginnersCome join us and learn the skilled art of authentic stained glass. No experience necessary. You’ll learn to create a beautiful Hummingbird oval panel to proudly hang when you are finished. This is the same process Louis Comfort Tiffany developed for his Tiffany lamps. Download the supply list for items to bring to class. Tools are provided in class.

note: Bring to first class safety glasses, old clothes and wear closed-toe shoes, a glass cutter, scissors and glue stick. Ask for a supply list or go to www.mjc.edu/commed.

A > Wizzi Wisilinski $125 + $95 mat. fee* Jan 16 - Feb 20 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

B > Wizzi Wisilinski $125 + $95 mat. fee* Jan 18 - Feb 22 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

C > Wizzi Wisilinski $125 + $95 mat. fee* Feb 27 - Apr 3 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

D > Wizzi Wisilinski $125 + $95 mat. fee* Mar 1 - Apr 5 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259



FUN | Arts/Crafts

WoRKSHoP - for Authentic Stained Glass StudentsThis class is for those who have taken the Beginning class with Wizzi and want to continue working on other projects of their choice. You must have taken a Beginning class from Wizzi in order to register for this class. The class will be held at the same time as the Beginning class. You will select your own projects and purchase your own glass and supplies. Your material fee will depend on the project you select.

note: You will select your project and purchase your glass and supplies separately.

A > Wizzi Wisilinski $85 Jan 16 - Feb 20 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

B > Wizzi Wisilinski $85 Jan 18 - Feb 22 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

C > Wizzi Wisilinski $85 Feb 27 - Apr 3 Tue 1 pm - 4 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

D > Wizzi Wisilinski $85 Mar 1 - Apr 5 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259

Dichroic Art Glass FusingCreate your very own handcrafted art glass jewelry pieces. Design, cut, tack and stack various layers of Dichroic Art glass and small frit

pieces onto a solid glass base for a three dimensional sculptural effect. The term dichroic is used because dichroic glass appears to be one color at one angle and another color at a different angle. Beginner level. All levels welcome. Project: earrings and pendant.

Jean Hayes $49 + $25 mat. fee* Jan 19 - Jan 26 Fri 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm 2 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft

Jean Hayes $49 + $25 mat. fee* Jan 19 - Jan 26 Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 2 sessions Stoddard Annex, Metalcraft


Working and Creating with ResinIn this class we will reach beyond the basics of working with resin for jewelry and mixed media. You will create unique resin-filled bezels and resin papers and learn to work with variations and inclusions. Feel free to bring a selection of elements that you would like to include in your piece (can include new pieces, tiny bits of broken jewelry, watches, watch parts, etc.) whatever teenie bits of creativity inspire you. To better understand what you will learn to produce in this class, please take a moment to look at this collection of inspiration photos curated especially for this class - https://www.pinterest.com/debbithinksdeep/resin/.

note: $25 material fee paid to instructor at class. You will receive a kit full of fun and practical items to make several unique resin pieces to include in your jewelry and other artistic pursuits.

Debra Greenlee $39 + $25 mat. fee* Mar 2 - Mar 9 Fri 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259



Arts/Crafts | FUN

Carving Cabochons From the Back

This class will be focusing on making a cabochon that incorporates carving

in its overall shape. The carving will be done on the back thus the material has to be quite translucent so the carving will show through to the front. The material that will be used is milky chalcedony, light carnelian or gray chalcedony. This material is rather abundant but the results are rather striking in appearance. This class will be done by carving a design from the back of the cab utilizing round and V diamond burs. Students will also be fabricating various shapes of wood pieces to sand and polish the features that are carved in the back. The finished piece can be used for a beautiful pendant.

Robert Rush $49 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 28 - Mar 14 Wed 9 am - 12 pm 3 sessions Stoddard Annex, Lapidary


Cabochons With CarvingThis class will focus on making a cabochon that incorporates carving its overall shape. The material that will be used is a milky chalcedony, light carnelian or agate. This material is rather abundant but the results are very striking in appearance. Lapidary material will be provided by the instructor but students are encouraged to bring their favorite pieces that are suitable for the project. Slabs that are a bit thicker than standard cabochon material are preferred. The finished piece will be suitable for a pendant. Students are encouraged to Google Suzanne Belperron to see examples of jewelry that incorporates this style and material in jewelry making. Previous lapidary experience is a prerequisite.

note: $10 material fee paid to instructor at first class. Students must have previous lapidary experience.

Robert Rush $49 + $10 mat. fee* Mar 28 - Apr 11 Wed 9 am - 12 pm 3 sessions Stoddard Annex, Lapidary


Making Cabochon Doublets and tripletsEver wondered how and why layered cabochons are made? Making these involves thinning and flattening layers of gemstone materials and assembling them with epoxy adhesive followed by shaping them in the normal cabochon process. They are done to utilize gem materials that don’t show well when they are thicker like the normal cabochon material. The process is also done to enhance the colors or patterns in various lapidary materials. Typically the lapidary material to be enhanced will be backed with black basalt and topped with clear quartz in the case of a triplet. A doublet will be two layers including a black backing or a quartz top. Materials and supplies to do the process will be supplied by the instructor, though students are encouraged to bring their own lapidary material that they wish to use. The equipment to accomplish the cabochon shaping and polishing are available in the classroom. There will be a $10 material fee to be paid to the instructor.

note: There will be a $10 material fee to be paid to the instructor. Pre-requisite: Must be familiar with making cabochons.

Robert Rush $49 + $10 mat. fee* Jan 31 - Feb 14 Wed 9 am - 12 pm 3 sessions Stoddard Annex, Lapidary



FUN | Music

MUSIC

Beginning Guitar - Strumming Fun IA stress-free introduction to guitar basics that will have you playing simple songs in no time. There are literally hundreds of songs that use the same simple, basic chords. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to begin to play these songs in just a few sessions. Paul Espinoza is an accomplished musician with the contemporary Celtic group Golden Bough. He will share his expertise, inspiration and love of music with his students. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to learn the basics of the guitar!

note: Material fee for practice CD. Bring your guitar.

Paul Espinoza $69 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 28 - Apr 4 Wed 6 pm - 7 pm 6 sessions Music Bldg, 111


Beginning Guitar, Part 2 - Strumming Fun IINow that you have learned the basics, join this continuing guitar class and learn to play intermediate songs. Paul Espinoza is an accomplished musician with the contemporary Celtic group Golden Bough. He will share his expertise, inspiration and love of music with his students. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to learn from an expert and improve your guitar skills!

note: Prerequisite: Beginning Guitar - Strumming Fun I. Bring your guitar.

Paul Espinoza $69 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 28 - Apr 4 Wed 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm 6 sessions Music Bldg, 111


You Can Uke!Ukulele for beginners

or rusty players. Experienced players welcome too. Learn

or review fret board, chords, and strums.

Relaxed class - No musical background necessary. We’ll learn songs made popular by famous ukulele players - from Hawaiian to Rock & Roll and more. Bring your friends and family.

note: Bring any type of ukulele.

Lorrie Freitas $45 + $5 mat. fee* Feb 1 - Feb 22 Thu 6 pm - 7:30 pm 4 sessions Music Bldg, 111


Beginning Harp I - Workshop for AdultsHave you ever wanted to play the harp? It’s easier than it looks! You will learn to play simple melodies and accompaniments on the Celtic harp. No prior musical experience necessary - just bring your love of this beautiful instrument.

note: Each student will be provided a harp for use during class.

Margie Butler $30 Jan 20 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Music Bldg, 111

Beginning Harp II - Workshop for AdultsIn this class you will expand upon what you learned in Beginning Harp I, with more songs, more complex arrangements and lots of fun!

note: Each student will be provided a harp for use during class.

Margie Butler $30 Jan 20 Sat 1 pm - 3 pm 1 session Music Bldg, 111


Music | FUN

Beginning Piano for AdultsYou have always wanted to play piano but it was

never the right time? Well, the time is NOW! Piano lessons are great for the hands, mind, and spirit. Come learn in a warm, supportive class. You will work at your own pace on individual keyboards.

note: Bring a pair of full sized headphones with a 1/4” or 6.35mm long jack or adapter.

Debee Loyd $85 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 22 - Mar 29 Thu 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 6 sessions Music Bldg, 109

*pay $10 material fee at registration

Voice Lessons for AdultsDo you like to sing? Take your talent to the next level with personalized voice lessons! Whether you sing for the joy of singing, or aspire to sing in a choir or professionally, vocal coaching can improve your singing skills. Enjoy sharing your love for music with others in this fun, interactive class. Learn proper vocal methods and techniques, including basic notes, harmonies, rhythms and songs. Wrap up this class, and show what you have learned with a performance for your family and friends!

note: No Class Apr 3. A $10.00 material fee paid to instructor at first class. Class meets last two sessions for rehearsal and performance at Valley Charter High School, Lions Den, Rehearsal Tuesday May 1, Recital May 8.

Bernadette Burns $139 + $10 mat. fee* Mar 13 - May 8 Tue 6 pm - 8 pm 8 sessions Valley Charter HS, Ste 14


Beginning Blues HarmonicaBeginning Blues Harmonica will get you jammin’ the blues immediately! Our emphasis will be on playing and having fun as you are introduced to many of the tricks and techniques to make the harmonica cry, laugh, wail and scream! No previous musical experience or harmonica training is required.

note: Note classroom change to John Muir 255. Bring a Major Diatonic Harmonica in the key C; available in class for $13, if you do not have one. Material fee for instructional CD and handouts.

David Broida $35 + $15 mat. fee* Mar 22 Thu 7:45 pm - 9:15 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255


Healthy HarmonicaDo you have COPD, asthma, prone to pneumonia or other breathing problems? Ask your physician about learning the harmonica. Playing a wind instrument can be a wonderful way to exercise lungs, and promote better lung function. A harmonica is small, light, inexpensive and fun! Breathing is our foundation when playing harmonica for healthy, vibrant living. We will take the simplest of pop, folk and blues rhythms and melodies and invigorate them with simple, but powerful, breathing techniques to make any song deeply expressive! No previous musical experience is required - only a desire to have fun and feel healthier and alive!

note: Note classroom change to John Muir 255. Bring a Major Diatonic Harmonica in the key C; available in class for $13, if you do not have one. Material fee is for instructional CD and handouts.

David Broida $35 + $15 mat. fee* Mar 22 Thu 6 pm - 7:30 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255



FUN | Sewing

SEWING

Adult SewingDo you want to learn how to sew and alter your own clothes or sew

items for your home? Maybe you need to learn to use your own sewing machine. This course is designed to help you develop basic sewing skills and to take the mystery and frustration out of the process of operating a sewing machine. Taught by an expert sewing instructor, you will learn how to operate and troubleshoot a sewing machine, hand-sewing techniques, purchase fabric, cut and sew your projects. Projects include: double drawstring bag, pillow with zipper and an apron. Patterns are provided.

note: If you have your own machine and want to use it, bring it to class, along with bobbins and operating manual. Bring to class a pair of scissors, tape measure, seam ripper, seam gauge, magnetic pin cushion, pins (preferably quilting pins) and tailor’s chalk. Don’t purchase supplies until you call our office to confirm class will be held. Ask for supply list or go to www.mjc.edu/commed.

Carrie Carlile-Ward $129 Jan 30 - Mar 6 Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Learn How to HemDo you want that sleeve or hemline to hit you just right? Are you tired of your pants falling a little short or too long? Learn to custom hem your fashion just the way you prefer in this fun class. Carrie will teach you to measure, cut and sew a professional hem on different fabrics. Bring a dress or skirt you would like to hem on the first class, and pants or jeans to the second class. Sewing machines are provided or bring your own machine with bobbins and instruction manual.

note: Bring a pair of scissors, tape measure, seam ripper, seam gauge, magnetic cushion, pins (preferably quilting pins), tailor’s chalk, thread and a garment to hem to each class.

Carrie Carlile-Ward $39 Mar 20 - Mar 27 Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Morning SewingThis class, offered during the day, is geared to help the beginner develop basic sewing skills and take the mystery and frustration out of operating a sewing machine. Learn basic sewing skills needed to sew items for your home or personal use. Projects include: double drawstring bag, handkerchief, pillow with zipper and craft apron. Patterns are provided. Elaine is a retired home economics instructor and is anxious to share her knowledge with you.

note: If you have your own machine and want to use it, bring it to class, along with bobbins and operating manual. Bring a pair of scissors, tape measure, seam ripper, seam gauge, pin cushion, good quality pins, and tailor’s chalk. Don’t purchase supplies until you call our office to confirm class will be held. Material fee will cover supplies for all 4 projects.

Elaine Arnold $99 + $27 mat. fee* Feb 6 - Feb 27 Tue 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264


Morning Sewing IIThis morning class is the next step in learning basic sewing skills. We will make a sturdy tote bag, a decorative apron with gathering and applied pockets, and a project voted upon by the students.

note: If you have your own machine and want to use it, bring it to class, along with bobbins and operating manual. Bring a pair of scissors, tape measure, seam ripper, seam gauge, pin cushion, good quality pins, and tailors chalk. Don’t purchase supplies until you call our office to confirm class will be held. Students will purchase their choice of fabric for the second two projects.

Elaine Arnold $75 + $20 mat. fee* Mar 13 - Mar 27 Tue 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 3 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264



Sewing | FUN

Quilting: Let’s Make a Quilt!Beginning quilters will create a small tied quilt that will use all the basic quilting skills - from fabric selection, through cutting and piecing, to simple appliqué and pattern blocks. Sew a mitered border that will make you proud! Learn terrific tips so that you will enjoy creating one of a kind gifts or heirlooms. This class is designed for beginning quilters who know how to use a sewing machine. Elaine has been enthusiastically quilting for over 30 years and will start you on your way to a lifetime joy of quilting.

note: Pick up a supply sheet/instruction sheet from the MJC Community Ed. office, or go to our website at www.mjc.edu/commed. Bring your supplies to the first class. Do not purchase supplies until you have checked with the office (575-6063) to make sure there is enough enrollment for the class to be held.

Elaine Arnold $79 Feb 26 - Mar 19 Mon 9:30 am - 12 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Sugar, Sugar QuiltHave fun in this class while you learn to make this Advanced Beginner Sugar, Sugar Quilt. This quilt uses three

different strip sets for quick construction of a block that is put together in a Court House Steps fashion. Choose to do it with all blocks the same or a little scrappy in your favorite colors.

Marilee Heaston $45 Mar 1 - Mar 8 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Scrap Buster Wonder QuiltSocialize with new friends while you learn the advanced beginner construction of the Scrap Buster

Wonder Quilt. This quilt is made from 2 ½” x 18” strips and the best part is that any and all fabrics (100% cotton) will work. The one constant in each block will be one light strip which can be a mix of lights or all the same fabric. Bring full length strips and do some trading with the other students. You will be surprised by this quilt once it is assembled.

Marilee Heaston $45 Feb 15 - Feb 22 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Learn Basic embroideryRemember the pretty pillow cases, dresser scarves, towels and linens that were made for the home years ago? Embroidery is trending again and is popular in apparel and home fashion. This next generation is not only creating embroidered pieces, but also collecting them. Learn the basic stitches used to decorate in the art of embroidery. You will make a tea towel to take home and learn skills that can be used to turn ordinary materials into vintage looking keepsakes. Find out where to locate vintage Vogart patterns and how to transfer them.

Carrie Carlile-Ward $29 + $8 mat. fee* Feb 8 Thu 6:30 pm - 9 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 264



FUN | Cooking

Dazzling Knitting techniquesHave fun and socialize while learning in this knitting class designed for retirement-aged adults. From beginner to advanced, there is something for everyone in this continuing class. You will practice different knitting techniques and decorative stitches, while making items your friends and family will treasure. The importance of gauge, weight, and selecting and caring for different fibers will be covered.

note: Parking permit required unless you have a disabled parking placard.

Deanna Salter $99 Feb 7 - Apr 25 Wed 9 am - 12 pm 12 sessions Wawona 1

Crochet: Anyway SweaterLearn to crochet a sweater with any yarn, any size, any length, and any sleeve. This easy sweater can be made

in unlimited ways. It’s top down, so you can try it on as you go and adjust the size. It’s perfect for your special yarns or just left over bits. Once you learn you can make an infant size to adult plus sizes. This sweater is fast and fun to make, and every one will be an original! Skill Level: Must know how to chain, single, and double crochet. Students will make a miniature sweater to learn the technique.

Linda Casey $39 Mar 5 - Mar 12 Mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

Finishing UFo’sSewing can be relaxing, fun and rewarding... but not when you are stuck! Here is your opportunity to rid

yourself of UFO’s, UnFinished Objects. If you can’t get past a step in your project, or that sleeve you attached just does not fit right, help is here for you. Let Elaine teach you the skills you are missing to give your projects a professional, finished look. Take your sewing skills to the next level with the personalized, focused learning available in this class!

Elaine Arnold $45 Feb 5 - Feb 12 Mon 9:30 am - 11:30 am 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 264

COOKING

Pressure Cooker MealsPressure cookers have changed quite a bit since the days of lids popping off and making a big mess all over the kitchen as shown on TV comedy shows. Modern pressure cookers are an easy, fast way to make a meal. You can make the most inexpensive cuts of meat taste delicious with a pressure cooker! Join us to make a delicious stew, grain side dish and fabulous dessert using pressure cookers. Slow cooker options will also be given in this fun and tasty class!

note: Bring your pressure cooker if you have one. We may use it for show and tell or even to cook a dish! Bring an apron. Plan on staying beyond the 12:30 end time for class, as we will enjoy the food we prepared for lunch.

Bernadette Burns $29 + $15 mat. fee* Mar 24 Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 1 session Direct Appliance, Test Kitchen



Cooking | FUN

Marvelous Marmalades

Citrus season is in full swing! Marmalades are delicious and a great way to use the gift of our citrus

bounty. Come to this workshop and learn all sorts of tricks and tips to make the most delicious marmalades that will amaze your family and friends. You will learn to properly water-bath can your marmalade making it shelf stable so that you can enjoy it all year long! Everyone goes home with a jar and the confidence to make it at home.

Bambi Porter $29 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 10 Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 1 session Direct Appliance, Test Kitchen


Beginning Cake Decorating

This is one of our longest running cooking classes. Patsy will share

her love of cake decorating with her students in a calm and helpful atmosphere. Have fun and be creative! Learn the basic way to bake a cake and the basics of cake decorating. This beginning class uses 1/2 of a sheet cake board to practice pressure and control techniques, borders, flowers and icing a cake. You will only be required to bring one cake on the 6th day of class.

note: Bring the following supplies to the first class: Decorating Tips #3, 4, 16, 30, 47, 67, 71, 80, 104, 190 and 199; 2 couplings; 2 - Wilton 8 decorating bag, 1 - #7 flower nail; 1 - Lily flower nail set, 1 - washcloth, 1 cookie sheet and a zip lock bag. Go to www.mjc.edu/commed to download supply list.

Patsy Laws $95 + $12 mat. fee* Jan 30 - Mar 13 Tue 6 pm - 8 pm 7 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 161


Healthy 7 Day Food Prep

You can hire a chef to make

healthy meals each week. You can purchase healthy meals from one of those food prep businesses. Doesn’t it make more dollars and cents to do it yourself? At this workshop you will learn how to plan breakfast and lunch choices that will be HEALTHY and DELICIOUS. Be sure to bring your appetite…nobody will go home hungry!

Bambi Porter $29 + $15 mat. fee* Jan 13 Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 1 session Direct Appliance, Test Kitchen


Perfectly Pleasing Pie Filling

Apples were just in full swing! There is nothing

better than an apple pie, apple turnovers or apple cobbler! Come join this workshop and you are going to learn to properly can pie filling using the water bath method. Learn now and take advantage of the plentiful spring and summer fruit harvest. You will have the skills to turn mouthwatering peaches, plums and nectarines into healthy pie filling to enjoy all year long!

Bambi Porter $29 + $15 mat. fee* Jan 27 Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 1 session Direct Appliance, Test Kitchen



FUN | Dance

DANCE

Belly DanceThis class is a melting pot of different styles of belly dance set to worldly and American music. Learn Folkloric, Cabaret, and American Tribal Style combinations, and the art of fusing them seamlessly! Basic

hip and chest isolations as well as graceful postures and fun steps will be taught. Class is open to all levels, including beginners.

note: Dress comfortable yet form-fitting. Showing your belly is your choice. Be prepared to dance barefoot.

Marie Gwin $69 Jan 23 - Feb 27 Tue 7 pm - 8 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Marie Gwin $69 Mar 6 - Apr 10 Tue 7 pm - 8 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Best of Ballroom - Private LessonsDo you need confidence to hit a dance floor or want to take your skills to the next level? Our private lessons are great for individuals or couples. Do you have a wedding or special event planned and want to impress your guests with a dance routine? Our private lessons are perfect for planning a special dance or having fun while learning with friends. We offer a variety of packages to suit any number of people. Packages can be customized to suit your individual needs.

note: For more information or to schedule pri-vate lessons, call Angie Vizcarra at 209.575.6473.

Marie Sardalla-Davis

Best of Ballroom Workshops

with MarieHave a fun evening

out learning to dance or brush up on your

dance steps. Each two-hour

workshop presents a new

ballroom dance. The teaching method is customized for an individual’s learning pace. These workshops are perfect for absolute beginners as well as intermediate-level dancers ready to learn more steps and polish technique. A partner is not required but is recommended for enhanced learning.

note: Friday evening parking is free! Bring a water bottle. Wear leather-soled or suede-soled shoes.

Marie Sardalla-Davis $22 per class Each class is 1 session and will be held in John Muir Hall, WC, 265

east Coast Swing Jan 19 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

night Club two-step Feb 2 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Rumba Feb 9 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Cha-Cha Feb 23 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Waltz Mar 2 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Salsa Mar 9 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

tango Mar 16 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Foxtrot Mar 23 Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm


Activities | FUN

Romantic Slow DancingIn this class, Eric and Robin Anderson will teach you to move around the floor with the music instead of just turning in little circles in one place! We will work on the basics of leading and following and then move into the steps that will have you gliding across the floor to your favorite slow songs.

note: Parking on Friday evenings is free. No partner required, but encouraged in this slow dancing class. No class on Feb 16.

Eric & Robin Anderson $39 Feb 2 - Mar 2 Fri 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253

Romantic Slow Dancing IIMore fun for those who just want to move together around the dance floor at a wedding or on a cruise ship. We will review what you learned in the first class, show you how to speed it up to faster music, and add some fun new moves! As always the focus will be on having fun together, not on fancy footwork. No partner is necessary to register for this class. You do not need to have finished the first class to take this class, but it will make things easier—especially if you haven’t danced before.

note: Parking on Friday evenings is free. No partner required, but recommended for this class. No class on Feb 16.

Eric & Robin Anderson $39 Feb 2 - Mar 2 Fri 8 pm - 9 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253

ACTIVITIES

Dancer Conditioning and techniques

Does working out feel like punishment? Is fitness an elusive goal because regular exercises don’t engage

you? Dance your inertia away! You don’t have to be a dancer to benefit from these dancer-designed movements. Tone your arms, strengthen your core, and loosen your neck, shoulders and hips while learning ballroom and Latin dance steps. If you sit/stand at work for long hours or have started to be more active but keep getting injured, Marie can show you how to check your alignment, move mindfully and develop a joyful attitude toward enhancing your health.

Marie Sardalla-Davis $39 Jan 22 - Feb 12 Mon 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Marie Sardalla-Davis $39 Feb 26 - Mar 19 Mon 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Fly Fishing for FunFly fishing is one of the fastest growing sports in America and it burns 400 calories an hour. Learn what rods, reels, and line to use, how to assemble them, what to purchase, and what flies or streamers to use. You will go outside for actual fly-casting experience. Have fun, get fit and end up with a healthy fresh meal. Eric has been an avid fisherman and instructor for over 30 years. He has fished waters from Washington to Florida and California to Maine, while specializing in the intricacies of trout fishing.

note: Class meets at Wawona #1 to check in. Material fee is for equipment rental, paid to instructor in class.

Eric Christensen $39 + $15 mat. fee* Jan 27 Sat 1 pm - 4 pm 1 session Wawona 1



FUN | Activities

Get on the Ball - Stability Ball WorkoutAre you ready to roll? Swiss ball training is an excellent way to increase your core stability muscle strength, balance, posture and flexibility. This class will be scaled to accommodate every fitness level and will challenge everyone. American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Physiologist- Certified, William and Ann will lead you through a safe, effective, and fun whole-body exercise program using only a Swiss ball and a resistance band. You will be amazed at how many exercises you can do with so little equipment. Join in the fun!

note: Bring a Swiss ball, exercise mat and a resistance band. If you do not have a band you can buy one from the instructor. See photos at www.waedwards.net/Pages/MJCClasses.aspx. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior to starting an exercise program.

William & Ann Edwards $79 Jan 18 - Mar 8 Thu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Beginning Yoga and Pilates Style StretchIf you’ve always wanted to try Yoga but were afraid of the challenging poses, this is the perfect class for you. Experience the health benefits of increased flexibility and relaxation. Increase back and abdominal strength at your individual level and leave each class feeling refreshed. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior to starting an exercise program.

note: Bring a yoga mat or towel to class. Ask for class forms or go to www.mjc.edu/commed.

A > Debra Wolski $85 Jan 23 - Feb 15 Tue, Thu 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

B > Debra Wolski $85 Feb 20 - Mar 15 Tue, Thu 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

C > Debra Wolski $85 Mar 20 - Apr 12 Tue, Thu 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Fit in 30Short on time or short on endurance? Why not join us for a 30 minute full body resistance training workout. This is a great opportunity to begin an exercise program or to expand your current exercise program. William & Ann Edwards, ACSM Exercise Physiologists, will scale this class to fit everyone’s abilities. Bring a mat and a 2-3 pound set of hand weights. Join us on Tuesdays or Thursdays or both evenings.

note: Bring a yoga mat, a pair of 2 or 3 pound hand weights. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior to starting an exercise program. To check out photos and see the fun go to www.waedwards.net/Pages/MJCClasses.aspx. Ask for class forms or go to www.mjc.edu/commed.

A > William & Ann Edwards $39 Jan 16 - Mar 6 Tue 6:35 pm - 7:05 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

B > William & Ann Edwards $39 Jan 18 - Mar 8 Thu 6:35 pm - 7:05 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

Morning BasketballJoin the morning activity of playing basketball with friends

and newcomers. This class will allow you to play pick-up games and stress conditioning. Teams will be ability group or coach’s placement. There are three full courts at MJC and each court will have a competitor level of skills. You need to know that conditioning and competition will be essential in this class. This class will help you with your fitness level and challenge everyone in a fun manner. Overall health and fitness is a high priority for participants in this eight-week program. This class is for adults over eighteen and the understanding of basic basketball skills is recommended.

note: You will need to fill out a release of liability form before you start class. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior to starting an exercise program.

Dan Pacheco $89 Jan 9 - Mar 1 Tue, Thu 6 am - 8 am 16 sessions Gymnasium


Activities | FUN

Resistance trainingTime to stop resisting! It’s time to start building

strength. Resistance training is key to keeping strong muscles and good balance. Building muscle

is building your health savings account. Start investing in your future today! American College of Sports

Medicine Exercise Physiologist- Certified, William and Ann will lead you through a

safe, effective and fun whole-body exercise program using resistance bands, hand weights, body weight and a variety of other fitness toys. You can scale any of the exercises to fit your abilities so join us for lots of fun. For more info and photos go to http://www.waedwards.net/mjcclasses.aspx.

note: Bring a resistance band, a pair of 2-3 pound hand weights and a yoga/exercise mat to class. If you do not have a band you can buy a latex free Theraband from the instructors the first night of class. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior to starting an exercise program.

William & Ann Edwards $79 Jan 16 - Mar 6 Tue 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

t’ai Chi for every BodyThis ever-popular class continues to offer quality and professional instruction in T’ai Chi. This slow relaxing movement reduces stress by promoting a physical and mental workout. It’s about gaining self-awareness and self-discipline. Originally a Chinese Martial Art, T’ai Chi has many aspects. It is a meditative dance like in nature and can also be used as a form of aerobic exercise.

note: No class Feb 19. Wear comfortable clothing. Ask for release forms or go to www.mjc4life.org.

Naser Ataee & Mary Layton $69 Jan 29 - Mar 26 Mon 6 pm - 7 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

t’ai Chi for every Body - Saturday!This ever-popular class continues to offer quality and professional instruction in T’ai Chi. This slow relaxing movement reduces stress by promoting a physical and mental workout. It’s about gaining self-awareness and self-discipline. Originally a Chinese Martial Art, T’ai Chi has many aspects. It is a meditative dance like in nature and can also be used as a form of aerobic exercise.

note: No class Feb 17. Wear comfortable clothing. Ask for release forms or go to www.mjc4life.org.

Naser Ataee & Mary Layton $69 Jan 27 - Mar 24 Sat 9 am - 10 am 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 265

early BirdersThis class is designed for beginning or intermediate birdwatchers who are interested in the study and identification of local birds. The classroom session will focus on learning how to tell different bird species apart from each other, as well as how to find bird populations at different habitats. Early Birders will enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of wildlife and nature. We will go to local public lands, hiking and identifying birds in the field through visual field marks and vocalizations. More information on field trips will be handed out in the classroom session. Bring binoculars to classroom and field trips. Suggested field guide: The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America

note: Feb 8 we will meet in Founders Hall, 136 from 6-8:30 p.m. First Field Trip - Saturday, Feb 10, Merced National Wildlife Refuge, 7 a.m. – noon. Second Field Trip -Sat Feb 24, San Luis National Wildlife Refuge 7 a.m. – noon. Bring binoculars (7- or 8- power) to class session and field sessions. Suggested field guide: The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Western North America (paperback) or National Geographical Field Guide to Birds of North America (Sixth Edition). Ask for liability forms or download at www.mjc4life.org.

Salvatore Salerno $79 Feb 8 - Feb 24 Thu 6 pm - 8:30 pm & Sat 7 am - 12 pm 3 sessions Founders Hall, 136


FUN | Activities

Line Dancing Fun and Fitness!Dancing has never been so easy, or so much fun! The easy-to-follow line dance format brings the latest club line moves to our casual classroom and gets your heart pumping! If you enjoy Country and top 40 music, learning simple steps that repeat throughout the song, and burning calories, in a fun environment, then this class is for you. Come alone, with a friend, or your partner - everyone has a good time. The first part of each class we will learn steps to each dance lined up for the evening. As we progress we will review previous dance steps learned in prior weeks. By knowing the basic line dance steps you’ll be able to get through most of the popular dances. Rose is a Professional Fitness Instructor who has taught hundreds of people how to get out on the dance floor and have fun! Join Rose as she proves that you don’t have “Two Left Feet” after all!

A > Rose Wilson $32 Feb 1 - Feb 22 Thu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253

B > Rose Wilson $32 Mar 8 - Mar 29 Thu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253

How to train for a Marathon 0 to 5kAre you ready to take a few strides towards achieving the goal of participating in a Marathon? Get the training and support you need to prepare for your first 5k race while improving your overall health and fitness. Learn about injury prevention, nutrition, and training techniques to build strength and confidence. You will work at your own pace and comfort level and will receive health tips, coaching and an individualized training plan. This class is also for intermediate level walkers or runners who can complete a 5k but want to train for greater distances.

note: No class on Monday Feb 19, class meets Wed Feb 21. First class meets in Founders Hall, Room 136. Meet at the track after the first class session. Attendance to the first class is required for all new students. Wear comfortable running shoes and bring water.

Kristi & Christopher Victorino $69 Jan 29 - Mar 12 Mon 6:45 pm - 8 pm 7 sessions Founders Hall, 136

Golf for the Absolute BeginnerDon’t know a putter from a driver! Have you wanted to join your friends and family for golf but were too embarrassed? Well now you can enjoy a Day on the Green. Come learn the fundamentals of golf in this concise 5-day class. The instructor will go over the rules of golf, etiquette, and play, leading to on-course instruction.

note: If you have clubs, bring them, otherwise clubs will be provided at no cost. $3 fee paid per session to instructor for range balls.

John Banks $59 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 25 - Mar 25 Sun 10:15 am - 11:15 am 5 sessions St. Stanislaus Golf Course


Beginning Golf for Women onlyCalling all Ladies! Come and learn about the game of golf in a fun and comfortable environment. Learn the fundamentals of golf in this 5-day course. The instructor will go over the rules of golf, etiquette, and play, leading to on-course instruction.

note: If you have clubs, bring them, otherwise clubs will be provided at no cost. $3 fee paid per session for range balls, $15 total paid to instructor.

John Banks $59 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 25 - Mar 25 Sun 9 am - 10 am 5 sessions St. Stanislaus Golf Course


Intermediate Golf for AdultsAre you ready to take your beginning golf skills to the next level? This class will improve your golf play with a review of basic skills and rules of play. Additional instruction will be given on putting and chipping skills. Students will learn how to hit the ball out of the sand and improve their swings with irons and woods.

note: Please bring your clubs for this intermediate class. $3 fee paid per session to instructor for range balls.

John Banks $59 + $15 mat. fee* Feb 25 - Mar 25 Sun 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 5 sessions St. Stanislaus Golf Course



Health/Beauty | LIFESTYLE

HEALTH/BEAUTY

Zen & Mindfulness PracticeThis class will be an introduction to the practice of Zen. Zen Buddhism was discovered by Buddha over 2500

years ago, and it is still widely practiced by Buddhist Monks and laypersons worldwide. The aim of Zen is to achieve enlightenment through meditation, train to clear the mind and practice mindfulness to manage your daily stress by utilizing four main postures, sitting, standing, walking and laying down. Participate in class discussion, book reading and meditation exercises.

note: Bring a yoga mat and cushion. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring book: The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh with the ISBN #0-8070-1239-4. Check Amazon.com for new and used books.

Douglas Pham $78 Feb 1 - Mar 22 Thu 7 pm - 9 pm 8 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 253

Are

You Ready to Detox?Get ready for the summer! A very important step in losing weight is by detoxing the body! Come learn about

the Dirty Dozen and how to eliminate toxins that cause fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, headaches and more! 10 Easy Steps for 10 Days! Receive a shopping list & recipes too!

Caroline Mitri $35 Mar 21 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153

Lifestyle

MAAC is a fi tness/competitive USMS Sanctioned Masters Swim Club for the Modesto area’s adult community. It is designed for adults who wish to swim in an or-ganized, relaxed, fun atmosphere. Coaches are there to help and provide an appropriately-geared, fi tness-oriented workout and stroke-technique feedback.

You will be required to fi ll out a release of liability form once a year BEFORE you can swim.

Minimum Requirement100 yards of freestyle withrhythmic breathing

Fees1. Insurance - $54 per calendar

year. United States Masters Swimming membership is re-quired for all participants prior to your fi rst swim. Sign up at www.usms.org and select Pa-cifi c as your LMSC and MAAC as your team. Bring a copy of your membership card to your fi rst practice.

2. Swimming - $40 per month. Tri-annual and Annual payment

available with discount

Find the swim days and times at the MAAC website at http://maacswim.org.

Dave Ashleigh Aquatic Center, next to the MJC Gymnasium on Coldwell Ave.

Swimmers must wear only non-cotton swim attire.


LIFESTYLE | Health/Beauty

Roadmap to Healthy eating

Do you find yourself going down

the wrong nutrition path? Learn how to maintain your weight, health, energy levels and avoid chronic diseases in this fun and informative class with Sally Gerling. We will discuss eating patterns that have been scientifically proven to nourish the body and prevent chronic diseases. Participants will evaluate the nutritional value of their current diet and develop a nutrition road map based on one of three eating patterns that will fit their personal, family and lifestyle needs. Sally Gerling MS, RDN, CDE is a Registered Dietitian and Adjunct Nutrition Instructor for Modesto Junior College.

Sally Gerling $29 Jan 22 Mon 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255

Food in a Flash!Work, family, activities...is your busy lifestyle impacting your nutrition? Learn to make quick, delicious, wholesome meals for you and your family in a flash! This class will discuss nutrition and eating trends, nutrition and health problems associated with current food trends and meal planning. Shopping strategies, cooking tips and techniques will also be covered so you can ensure your family has a balanced meal that fits into your busy day. Dump the fast food, and feed your family well...in a flash!

note: Sally Gerling MS, RDN, CDE is a Registered Dietitian and Adjunct Nutrition Instructor for Modesto Junior College.

Sally Gerling $29 Feb 5 Mon 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255

CPR, AeD & First Aid for your Community or Workplace

Whether you want to be trained to be ready for an emergency involving family or friends, or to be trained for an emergency within your workplace, this course will provide you with the training needed. CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid combination training is an excellent choice for the community, and is consistent with recommendations of the National First Aid Science Advisory Board, American Heart Association and OSHA’s best practices for first aid training programs in the workplace. The CPR/AED/First-Aid Course helps develop knowledge, skills, and the confidence to respond. It’s never too early to learn how to save a life!

note: 2-year certificate will be provided upon successful course completion. Optional workbook available in class for $10.

Douglas Buchanan $69 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 24 Sat 9 am - 1 pm 1 session Wawona 2


Inflammation Hurts!

Inflammation is the body’s cornerstone of

healing, but CHRONIC INFLAMMATION is the underlying cause of many diseases such as arthritis, chronic pain, acid reflux, premature aging, diabetes, depression, heart disease, Alzheimer’s and much more! This class will teach you all about the early symptoms, causes and proper approaches to fight it and reduce it.

Caroline Mitri $29 Mar 14 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153


Home/Garden | LIFESTYLE

Care Giving for the ones You Love

Does someone you love need additional care due to illness, age or memory loss? It can be very difficult to

make the best decision possible for your family. This workshop will help you avoid the sales pitch and arm you with unbiased information and resources to help navigate the maze of care options. Peggy Gardiner has experience guiding her students through the issues they encounter and can help you with information about government agencies, the choices of care and how to find the best providers.

Peggy Gardiner $35 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 7 Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255


HOME/GARDEN

Beginning Upholstery and BeyondLearn fabric layout for cutting, how to use power sewing equipment

and hand tools for basic furniture and automobile upholstery. You will learn basic seams, stitches and techniques to redo a home project with a professional touch! In this beginning upholstery class you will discover how to create a niche in a craft that could lead to side jobs and extra cash. Continuing students with more advanced projects are welcome to join the class with instructor approval.

note: Instructor will discuss projects at the first class. Bring pictures of proposed projects to first class for instructor review. $25 material fee is for thread, chalk, staples, razor blades, foam, cotton, poly Dacron, bobbins, remnant fabrics, welt cords, glue, button molds and related supplies for learning projects. Students will bring in their projects which will require “special” fabrics or materials they will purchase on their own. Also available for in-class use only will be cutting shears, staple guns, staple pullers and all necessary hand tools needed for upholstery.

Eddie Dixon $109 + $25 mat. fee* Feb 21 - Mar 28 Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 259


Smart Downsizing for 55+Are you or your parents ready for a lifestyle change after raising a family? Do you long for retirement, freedom

from the expense and work keeping your oversize house intact? Years of accumulated keepsakes and possessions can leave us overwhelmed with decisions of what to keep or let go. Peggy Gardiner, a former manager of multi-million dollar estates, can give you smart strategies to help you create goals for your living spaces, steps to downsizing, guidelines and resources to recognize how to get the most value out of your unwanted items. Peggy will also give you advice on what improvements to your existing home will attract buyers and put more money in your pocket. Lecture material provided.

Peggy Gardiner $35 + $10 mat. fee* Mar 14 Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255


Backyard CompostingSponsored by the City of Modesto and Community Education, this free class is designed to teach you how to put your garden refuse to good use. City residents must live within zip code areas 95350-95358.

note: Receive a certificate at completion of class for $5 off purchase of composter through the City of Modesto. Those who are not Modesto residents must pay a fee of $35.

Martin Hildebrandt FREE Mar 24 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 2


LIFESTYLE | Money Matters

Backyard Composting: non-Modesto ResidentsSponsored by the City of Modesto and Community Education, this class is designed to teach you how to put your garden refuse to good use. All students who do not live in zip codes 95350-95358 and wish to attend must register for this $35 Non-Resident class.

note: Receive a certificate at completion of class for $5 off the purchase of a composter through the City of Modesto.

Martin Hildebrandt $35 Mar 24 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 2

Backyard BeekeepingBackyard beekeeping is growing in popularity. Honey bees are fascinating, hard-working creatures who provide

many benefits to farmers, home gardeners, people with allergies and those who love sweets. Honeybees have been reported to be in decline, and some colonies have collapsed. Backyard beekeeping can be interesting, fun, profitable and a great way to help keep the bee population healthy. Come learn the basics, what is needed to start, and find out if backyard beekeeping is for you!

Ryan Howard $39 Mar 10 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 154

orchids 101Do you love the orchids

you see in all the stores? The vibrant colors and unique petals? Do you buy one and

it never blooms again, or are you afraid to buy one because

you don’t know how to care for it? This class

will help get your orchids blooming and take the fear

out of bringing one into your home. You will learn 4 different varieties of orchids. We will cover growing, watering, fertilizing and the medium needed for each type. Time will be available for questions about orchids - How often should I water? Which orchid is best for growing at home? When do I repot? What is the best potting material? Can I grow an orchid outdoors?

note: Instructor will have orchids available to purchase at the end of class.

Alfred Rios $39 Feb 3 Sat 9 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 2

MONEY MATTERS

emergency Preparedness “Grab & Go” Binder with Cloud Backup!

Having all your important documents

available at your fingertips as well as electronically backed up is essential not only for you but for the ones you love. Determine which paperwork is crucial to have in the event of fire, flood, natural disaster or medical emergency. Organize your vital information in a “Grab-&-Go” binder. Also convert electronic documents, then back it all up to the Cloud using free, easy to use, drag and drop tools. Learn about helpful free apps, multiple preparation tips, evacuation routes, “Go Bags & Bins”, and much more.

Kevin Boyd $49 Feb 28 Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 233


Money Matters | LIFESTYLE

Wills and trusts: What You Should KnowThis class is for people who want to know more about estate planning. This class will discuss the basics of wills, trusts and powers of attorney. The instructor is attorney Bruce E. Ramsey. Questions will be answered.

note: Bring a note pad. The class size is limited to allow for ample student questions. Please pre-register, as walk-ins will not be accepted if class is full.

Bruce Ramsey $42 Jan 24 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153

Quick, easy and Affordable estate Planning for Young FamiliesMost of us don’t even think about estate planning until we are older. By then our children may be grown and self-sufficient. The best time to start a plan is when we are starting families! This is when our spouses depend upon us the most, and our children are the most vulnerable. Busy, working parents rarely feel like they have the time to tackle something like estate planning. Don’t put it off any longer. You will learn estate planning is not as complicated and expensive as it seems. Spend just two hours in this class and learn strategies to protect money and assets you wish to leave to your children. Ensure your children are properly cared for until they are old enough to take care of themselves.

note: Register early, as class size is limited to allow time to answer questions. The instructor is an attorney. Bring a pad for notes and bring all of your questions.

Bruce Ramsey $42 Feb 28 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153

I’m An executor or trustee - now What?Now that you have been named in a will as the executor/trustee of an estate, you may need this hands-on A-to-Z course that explains the duties, obligations and liabilities of an executor/trustee. This comprehensive overview of issues, including everything from commencing the probate process through the closing of the estate, is designed to address the concerns you may have when faced with this seemingly overwhelming task. Learn to proceed efficiently and effectively and gain the confidence that comes from being informed. The instructor is a local estate attorney.


Bruce Ramsey $42 Jan 31 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153

nutritious Meals on a Budget

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ll discuss myths and

facts regarding the true costs of food and how to control your food budget while meeting the nutrient needs for yourself and your family. Shopping tips and tricks will be discussed.

Thrifty through liberal food plans will be evaluated. Bring food ads and a calculator to crunch some food budget numbers that don’t break the bank! Your instructor Sally Gerling MS, RDN, CDE is a Registered Dietitian and Adjunct Nutrition Instructor for Modesto Junior College.

Sally Gerling $29 Mar 12 Mon 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session Sierra Hall, WC, 224


LIFESTYLE | Personal Interest

Building Your Financial Portfolio for $50 per MonthLearn to invest in safe, secure, growth stocks. Plus, learn what is happening in our economy and stock market today and how

to use this knowledge to improve your own finances. The Christensen’s and thousands of others, have been using this method of investment for well over 30 years.

Bobbie Christensen $39 Jan 27 Sat 9 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 2

PERSONAL INTEREST

Finding Your Roots online - Beginning Genealogy

Have you ever wondered about your family history? Advancements in technology has allowed countless

numbers of people to convert old paper records, documents and photos into digital files. Genealogy research is faster, more accessible than ever and can be done almost completely online. Let Evalyn show you the sites that many professional genealogists use to do research. Some sites have fees, some are free, but all are available if you choose to use them. Records that used to take weeks to get back now are available with a click of the mouse! This hands-on class will get you excited about researching your family history online. You will be surprised at how much information is available right from the start! This class will be held in a computer lab where each student will gain hands-on experience. Great for all levels.

note: Bring to class as much information that you have on your ancestors - full names, date of birth, birthplace, marriage dates and location, parent’s names (or whatever you know). On final day class will meet at the LDS Genealogical Library at 4300 Dale Road, Modesto.

Evalyn Martinez $49 Feb 8 - Feb 15 Thu 1 pm - 3 pm Feb 22 Thu 11 am - 1 pm 3 sessions Classroom Annex, 101

Conversational Spanish ILearn basic drills and concepts. Class-time instruction will focus on the development of listening and speaking skills. Take home reading and writing assignments will be reviewed to assess understanding. Alma is a credentialed instructor who has previously taught Spanish and ESL classes for several years.

note: No class on Feb 19. Pay $25 at time of registration for your textbook and CD

Alma Vera $109 + $25 mat. fee* Jan 29 - Mar 26 Mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 8 sessions Classroom Annex, 103


Conversational Spanish IIIf you have taken Alma’s Conversational Spanish I, and want to continue on, this will be the next class

to take. We will use the same book you had in the Conversational Spanish I class, so no need to purchase another book.

Alma Vera $109 Jan 31 - Mar 21 Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 8 sessions Classroom Annex, 103

Italian for Fun and travel IIThis class continues

from beginning class. Build on your beginning Italian for a trip to Italy

or to have fun learning and speaking with others. This class introduces you to useful phrases and practical traveling tips. You will become familiar with the basic vocabulary, common Italian phrases, and light conversation.

note: Bring a notebook, pen.

Elinor Torda $95 + $10 mat. fee* Jan 20 - Feb 10 Sat 9 am - 12 pm 4 sessions Founders Hall, 151



Personal Interest | LIFESTYLE

Cutting the Cord - Streaming tV Solutions

In this “Cord Cutting” class we will learn about streaming TV solutions that can save you money on your cable bills. Showcases how to use devices including Apple TV, Roku, Chromecast, and Fire TV. Learn about services such as Netflix, Hulu, and more. Because the internet is an integral part of “cutting the cord”, an in-depth discussion on internet requirements is also included. This class will help you identify which devices and services will work best for you.

Matt Ketchum $39 Jan 20 Sat 9 am - 1 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 153

Your new iPad - Demystify It!Apple’s iPad and iPad mini are popular tablets that have changed the way we use computers. Find out the basics of using the iPad, along with other features like iCloud, Siri, Safari, and the App Store. Learn how to use iOS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, installing and managing apps, general settings, and security. We will also use apps such as Messages, Camera, Facetime, Photos, Calendar, Mail, Notes, and Reminders. In addition, we will discover and understand how to use several of the top apps that are featured for the iPad. You will also learn how to connect your iPad to your TV. Make sure your device is fully charged before coming to class and don’t forget to bring your wall charger as well.

note: Bring your iPad and wall charger to class.

Matt Ketchum $49 Jan 17 - Jan 24 Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 2 sessions CAT, 110

Hello, my name is Matthew Ketchum and I grew up in Illinois. I went to

North Central College in Naperville, IL where I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and minor in Marketing. After I graduated college I joined AmeriCorps*VISTA (domestic Peace Corps) for a 1-year National Service. They placed me in the Central Valley of California. My mission was to “Bridge the Digital Divide” and create free computer workshops for unemployed and low income. I created seven free computer workshops and taught over 900 students my first year. After this experience, I decided to focus my talents in educational technology field. I am happy in the Central Valley and now have made Modesto, CA my home.

Since my experience being an AmeriCorps*VISTA I have held several

jobs as a Software Trainer for vocational schools and nonprofits. During that time, I went back to school at CSU Sacramento and got my teaching credential with a focus in Information Technology, Finance and Business. I continued my education and recently graduated with my Masters of Education Curriculum and Instruction in Technology. My full-time employment is with Modesto City Schools where I have been promoted as the District Instructional Technology Coach serving all teachers at our 34 school sites with meaningfully integrating technology in the classroom. I also enjoy teaching computer workshops to the public with the Community Education Department at Modesto Junior College. I like teaching technology and sharing my knowledge with others.


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All About AndroidGoogle’s Android is the number one system on mobile devices. Bring your Android smartphone, tablet, or mobile device to the class and connect to our free and fast Wi-FI to discover how to customize your device. Find out how to update, install, close, and remove apps, change sleep timeout, multitask, and change wallpaper. Use universal apps including camera, phone, calendar, Internet, and searching. The class will also cover security, how to find your device if it is lost and setting up Bluetooth.

note: Bring your android smartphone, tablet or mobile device and charger to each class. This class is not for iPhone or iPad users.

Matt Ketchum $45 Mar 3 Sat 8 am - 12 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 260

Public and on-Camera SpeakingRacing heartbeat, sweaty palms, butterflies, deer in headlights... sound familiar? If you’re afraid of speaking in public or in front

of a camera and it’s holding back you or your business from advancing, you can learn to manage your fear! Or maybe you feel comfortable delivering presentations, but you need to cut down on those awkward “ums” and “you knows” and boil down your elevator pitch. In this 3-hour workshop, Emmy-award winning reporter turned marketing specialist Jessica Chang Irish will help you engage your audience from the beginning to the end and refine your speaking skills to bring you more customers, clients and confidence.

note: Jessica Chang Irish is an Emmy-award winning news reporter and producer with more than a decade of experience in TV news reporting, writing and production. She also has seven years of experience in marketing and outreach for universities and community organizations. Jessica is a born communicator with a passion for motivating people through compelling storytelling, unveiling the mystique behind the media and helping the community.

Jessica Chang Irish $35 Mar 12 Mon 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session CAT Bldg, 101

Writing and Publishing Children’s BooksIn this workshop you will be introduced to the genre

of children’s books, learn about essential characteristics of children’s books, review published children’s books, and get started with writing and revising. This course has no prerequisites; it’s an introduction to the genre and to the business of children’s book publishing. You can come with just curiosity, an idea or a manuscript. All levels welcome. Ilse Craane has worked in publishing for more than 8 years. She has a MA in English Literature, specializing in children’s fantasy books. Currently, she works for an agency for children’s book writers and illustrators.

note: $2 material fee paid to instructor at class. If you want to submit a manuscript, proposal, query letter and/or synopsis to Ilse for critique, there will be a $15 fee.

Ilse Craane $79 + $2 mat. fee* Feb 26 - Apr 2 Mon 6 pm - 8:30 pm 6 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255


Workshop for Writing Great Stories - Writing Secrets Revealed!Have you ever wondered what makes those award-winning, bestselling novels and short stories so great? In this class, you’ll discover what distinguishes stories that captivate their readers, and you will practice those features in your own writing. We will read a variety of short stories and we will investigate what makes the writing interesting. At the same time, we will do writing and revision exercises to make our writing more vibrant and engaging. Whether you’re an experienced fiction writer or are just starting to try your hand at stories, you will finish the course with a sharpened sense of what makes readers want to turn the page.

Ilse Craane $79 + $2 mat. fee* Feb 24 - Mar 17 Sat 9:30 am - 12:30 pm 4 sessions Founders Hall, 155



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Digital Photography Basics: What You need to KnowAre you frustrated with the controls on your camera and want to break out of automatic mode to create better photographs? This five-week course will show you how to master the use of your camera’s ISO, shutter and aperture settings resulting in total control over your images. You will learn how to use online image-editing software to resize your weekly photo assignment images for upload to www.halfastop.com.

note: Your camera should have the ability to change ISO, shutter, and aperture settings manually to fully appreciate this course. Bring your camera to class with a fully charged battery, memory card, USB cable and the manual.

A > Richard Hermann $85 Feb 6 - Mar 6 Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 5 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255

B > Richard Hermann $85 Feb 7 - Mar 7 Wed 9:30 am - 10:30 am 5 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255

Photo Workshop 101Would you like to improve your photography skills? Photo Workshop 101 is the answer! Learn basic photo composition and how to use available light in the classroom. We will use areas of Modesto as our backdrop for candid photography and upload the photos to be critiqued in the classroom. This workshop includes 2 days of shooting downtown and 3 days in the classroom. Prerequisite: Before registration, you must have completed Richard Hermann’s Digital Photography Basics class as the lessons build directly on what was learned previously, or you may register if you have a full understanding of changing camera settings manually. Smartphones and film cameras are welcome. Your camera should have the ability to change ISO, shutter, and aperture settings manually to fully appreciate this course.

note: Saturday March 17 and April 24, class will be held 9 am to 10 am in Downtown Modesto. Bring your camera to class with a fully charged battery, memory card, USB cable and the manual.

Richard Hermann $85 Mar 13 - Mar 27 Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm & Mar 17 & Mar 24 Sat 9:30 am - 10:30 am 5 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255

Plan Ahead - Avoid Legal and Family

Pitfalls when Parents Die

This course will assist you in navigating legal issues, taxes, and family squabbles following the deaths of your parents. Topics include: creative distributions of assets, life estates, disclaimers, probate, trust administration, estate tax exemption trusts, generation skipping trusts, capital gains tax planning, parent/child property tax issues, will and trust contests, gifting and life insurance trusts. We will also discuss compensation for caregivers, in-kind distribution versus cash distribution, role of trustees and executors, joint ownership, and buyout of siblings. This class will offer options and helpful information to help avoid unnecessary stress when dealing with the loss of parents.



When Your Adult Child Divorces You

Having a damaged relationship with your adult child is a painful experience for you, the parent. This class will

discuss some of the underlying causes of severe estrangement between parents and their adult-aged children and grandchildren; and why this devastating challenge has become so common today. We will explore how expectations can create resentment and bitterness and learn constructive ways of responding to hurtful interactions. You will gain coping tools to deal with being shut out of the lives of your adult aged children and their families. This class will provide helpful ways to approach these problems with as much healthy power as possible. The class is not psychotherapy. It will discuss and provide suggested tools to hopefully improve your relationship with your estranged children.

James Henman $69 Feb 7 - Feb 14 Wed 6 pm - 8:30 pm 2 sessions Founders Hall, 153


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Planning for Persons with DisabilitiesThis class addresses how to provide supplemental financial support for a disabled person, and at the same time preserve the disabled person’s public benefits both financial and medical support. Questions and Answers will be part of this class.


Rights of Unmarried ParentsIn this class the attorneys will provide an overview of the rights of unmarried parents, including issues of establishing

parentage, custody, visitation, and child support orders.

Stacy Speiller $39 Feb 8 Thu 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255

Do It Yourself DivorceAre you separating from your spouse or thinking of dissolving your marriage? Learn your basic legal rights

and obligations as well as the dissolution process. This class will give you the tools to do your own divorce.

Stacy Speiller $39 Feb 22 Thu 6 pm - 8 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255

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FREE program to prepare for the GED test more effectively

Pre-Test Dates

Jan 8 - Jan 13

Feb 26 - Mar 3

Register at http://mjc4life.org or call 209-575-6063.

GED My Way!

Practice tests, classes, study labs and textbooks provided are free!

This is the best time to prepare to earn a GED! Our improved program pinpoints just what you need to learn. Students can study at their own pace and progress faster.

Schedule your pre-test, check your results and get your study plan.

Enroll in study classes that fi t your schedule.

When your practice test shows you are ready to pass schedule your offi cial test at a GED Testing Service center.


Get Started at MJC Today! Prepare for transfer to a 4-year university • Earn an associate degreeTrain for a new career • Sharpen your job skills • Achieve a certificate

Enroll Now to Register for Spring 2018! Step 1: Apply for Admission at www.mjc.edu Applicants receive an email with their student ID “W” number within one hour of applying during business hours. High school students must also complete the Special Part-Time Petition for Advanced Admission.

Step 2: Set Up Student E-mail and Activate PiratesNet Account www.mjc.edu/general/setupemail

Step 3: Complete College Orientation – Online or On-site www.mjc.edu/orientation

Step 4: Take Math and English Assessment Tests www.mjc.edu/assessment • (209) 575-7728

Step 5: Prepare an Educational Plan www.mjc.edu/counseling • (209) 575-6080

Step 6: Submit Official Transcripts to Enrollment Services www.mjc.edu/studentservices/enrollment/records/mailyourtranscripts

Step 7: Apply for Financial Aid Complete the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov www.mjc.edu/studentservices/finaid/applyforfinancialaid 209-575-7700

Step 8: Register for Classes www.mjc.edu/studentservices/enrollment/registerforclasses

Step 9: Pay Enrollment Fees www.mjc.edu/studentservices/business/tuitionandfees

Pathways Center - East CampusStudent Services Building, Room 128

Phone: 575-6789

Pathways Center - West CampusYosemite Hall, Room 118

Phone: 575-7736

Need assistance? Stop by or call one of our Pathways Centers!

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May 11, 2018 6:00 - 9:00 PM • MJC West Campus

PROGRAM FEATURES: Varietal beers, wines and hors d’oeuvres

Musical entertainment • Silent auction • Sports memorabilia Over 30 breweries, wineries, and local food establishments

Tickets: $40 ($45 door) Call (209) 575-6068, (209) 575-6270 or online at www. mjc.edu/athletics/

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Motorcycle/Scooter | LIFESTYLE

Motorcycle and Scooter TrainingThis CHP-approved training is designed primarily for beginning and inexperi-enced motorcyclists of all ages. It con-sists of 7 hours classroom and 10 hours on-cycle instruction of safe, responsible motorcycling.

Are you an experienced rider, but with-out a motorcycle license? The vehicle code in California allows for the im-

pound of your motorcycle if you are caught riding without a M1 (motorcycle license) endorsement on your license. Law Enforcement offi cers don’t always impound, but a high percentage do. Towing costs, storage cost and the cost of the ticket all add up to high fees.

CA AB1952 - This law requires a person under 21 years of age to com-plete the CMSP Motorcyclist Training Course before being issued a mo-torcycle instruction permit. The law requires the permit to be held for six months before a class M1 motorcycle driver license is issued.

1. When are the classes? We hold 2 classes per week (A & B):

A Class - Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Sunday 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

B Class - Thursday 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 11:45 PM - 7:15 PM Sunday 12:30 PM - 5:30 PM

You will attend a total of at least 16 hours of instruction, including both classroom and range time. Times may vary, check the schedule.

2. How much does it cost? 21 years of age or over - $258

15-1/2 - 20 years old at time of registration - $180 - Must Call Offi ce.

The State requires this course for any one under 21 who wants to obtain a M1 permit/license.

3. What happens after I complete the course? Once you successfully complete the motorcycle class, our offi ce will process the paperwork, and mail you a certifi - cate within 7 business days. Take the certifi cate to the DMV and in most cases it will waive the riding portion of the DMV requirements. There is no guarantee of passing. If students are Counseled Out or are unsuccessful on the Skills Evaluation, they will have the opportunity to return for a second try at no additional cost.

4. What type of motorcycles? We provide the motorcycles for the range portion of the class. They are Honda Nighthawks and Rebels - 250cc.

5. What if I have a Scooter? If you have a scooter, please let us know when you register. There are special requirements for scooter training. For more information call our offi ce at 209.575.6063.

6. What do I need to bring? We provide the helmets if you need one - if you bring your own it needs to be DOT approved (3/4 or full). On the days you ride you will need: Heavy jeans; Long sleeve shirt that covers the wrists; Eye protection (can be sun glasses, eye glasses or the visor for your helmet); Full-fi nger leather gloves; Heavy boots that cover the ankle (Canvas tennis shoes are not heavy enough - you can use hiking boots, riding boots, work boots).

7. How do I sign up? If you are 21 or over you can register online at www.mjc4life.org, by phone or in person.

If you are under 21, you must register by phone or in person in order to receive the $78 “under 21” discount.

note: the additional $5 registration fee DoeS not apply to motorcycle reg-istrations.


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Modesto Institute forContinued Learning

MICL (pronounced “Michael”), Modesto Institute for Continued Learning, is one of hundreds of similar institutes for mature learners that have become a part of college campuses throughout the world. Under the auspices of Modesto Junior College Community Education, MICL offers lecture, workshop, study and discussion groups during daylight hours on the MJC West Campus where adequate parking is available. Activities such as trips and social events are frequently offered, linking members to the community beyond the classroom. Planning for all classes is done in advance through the Curriculum Committee composed of MICL members.

The MICL semester is divided into three 5-week sessions referred to as A, B, and C Sessions. Classes meet weekly for two hours, at 10:00 am or 1:00 pm. The class schedules are arranged so members can attend as many classes as they like for one fee each semester. Registration for individual classes is not necessary as MICL membership includes ALL classes. The members plan and often present classes, and all members are encouraged to participate. All classes are not-for-credit and are for the joy of learning.There are no tests and usually no books to buy. The single membership fee is $40 per semester plus a $10 parking fee for parking in MJC lots near El Capitan, where the classes are held. The $40 fee covers registration and includes other campus services such as use of the library and bookstore.

An optional contribution of $10 per semester is requested to cover MICL

classroom expenses such as curriculum needs, paper supplies, social activities and general costs of producing an interesting, educational environment.

MICL’s exciting trips will involve a charge for expenses incurred.

MICL Classroom LocationMICL is held in the El Capitan Building on the MJC West Campus. See map on page 65.

MICL Membership - $40Cash, check made payable to MJC or credit card - Visa, MasterCard, Discover

MICL Parking - $10If you have a handicapped parking tag, you do not need to purchase this. This fee can be combined with the membership fee for a total of $50. This permit gives a semester of parking at the MICL lot or at any MJC campus,

MICL Contribution - $10Cash or a check made payable to MICl. Give your check to the MICL Treasurer, Lance Krajewski - NOT to MJC Community Education.

MICL Information Meeting Curious about MICL and the classes that are offered? Come to an informal meeting on thursday, January 11, 2018 in the MICL classroom - see map page 65. You will also be able to register for MICL before and after this meeting from 9 am to 11:30 am. If you can’t make the meeting, you can still register by phone, mail, or internet as shown on page 66. NOTE: There will be an additional $5 registration fee charged if you register by phone, in person, or mail after this meeting. This meeting is for both new and returning students.


MICL | LIFESTYLE

Monday • 10 am - noon

Monday AM - A, B and C sessions

Travels Around the WorldCoordinator: Robin MartinLet yourself experience the travel delights and occasional frustrations of MICL members and selected guests on their journeys by foot, car, RV, rail, ferry, river boat, ocean liner, airplane, etc. They will share with us, in illustrated detail, their explorations of places far and near, exotic and familiar. Whether you are a fearless explorer or an armchair traveler, join us in a cozy classroom setting to experience vicariously these wondrous tales and adventures. Expand your horizons and brush up on world geography. Questions and comments are encouraged.

Monday • 1 pm - 3 pm

Monday PM - A Session

Mayan CultureCoordinator: Betty Boj-SodeWe will study the history and culture of the Mayan people who achieved the most advanced civilization in the Americas.

Monday PM - B Session

Music AppreciationCoordinator: Christine BeckstromThe Sonorous Smorgasbord continues with Brain Healthy presentations and DVD lectures by Dr. Robert Greenberg from the Great Courses series. All of Dr. Greenberg’s lectures are very engaging with extraordinary informational depth, rich musical examples and infused with delightful humor. In addition, woveninto the curriculum are aspects of Musical Cognition and Perception as well astopics suggested by the attendees.

Monday PM - C Session

Favorite BooksCoordinator: David FrobaTen people will take forty-five minutes each to tell us about a book that has moved them intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, or in some other way so that the book becomes a favorite. Given the number of years of active living and reading we at MICL have experienced, there is a vast, varied, and exciting pool from which to give good book stories. Be there and be moved, either as audience or participant.

Tuesday & Thursday • 8:30 am - 9:30 am

A, B and C sessions

Young at HeartCoordinators and Presenters: Arline Wortner, Lila Huff, Leonard Olives, Jim McCabe, Rudy SerratoA strength-training program designed specifically for older adultsfollowed by QiGong. You may sit or stand, depending on your physical ability. The program follows the guidelines of the Presidential Fitness Award.

Tuesday • 10 am - noon

Tuesday AM - A session

MICL, Meet Your PastCoordinator: Carol OlsenEach week two MICL members will share their unique life stories. As you listen you may connect to something in your own life experiences. These could be a birthplace, school, job, events, sports or family. It is those connections and the presenters’ special story telling that makes this five week series so enjoyable.

Tuesday AM - B Session

California Wild FlowersCoordinator and Presenter: Diana LoomisWe are fortunate to be in an area where with only a moderate drive, we can see fabulous spring wildflowers. This class will be mostly about when and where and how to see them. Our in-class time will be concerned with what wildflowers we have here, how to identify them and why they’re special. We will learn some basic botany so we can use “easy” layman wildflower manuals. Although, I still

Spring Classes 2018

A Session Tuesday, Jan 16 - Feb 15

B Session

Tuesday, Feb 20 - Mar 23

C Session Monday, Mar 26 - Apr 27


occasionally use Jepson and mostly Munz, a California Flora. Our field trips (possibly Fridays?) will take us not only to the Red Hills, Electra on the Mokelumne River, Del Puerto Canyon, the Jepson Prairie Vernal pools and basically, just down all the back roads. While we will get out and look, there won’t be much hiking. (Although I will give information about where to hike for the intrepid of us who still can hike). Just a note, while I started out in botany at UCD, some of my best bird watching has happened because I was wildflowering! While I can’t guarantee a wildflower display like Spring of 2017 — every year is good in California for wildflowers!

Tuesday AM - C session

Hobbies/CollectionsCoordinator: Joann FlinnHere is an opportunity to learn about an interesting variety of hobbies and/or collections. Over the five weeks guests such as fiber artist Marjorie E. Johnson will share with you how she creates with color, pattern and texture. Her presentation entitled “Story Landscape Quilting” will include some of her wall pieces as well as wearable art. Several have won awards for excellence and have been shown in galleries. Marjorie and Lionel Reis will talk about the extensive decorative box collection they have collected through their travels. Retired educator Eleanor Huskins will share stories and information regarding Oriental rugs. Don Vos, a gentleman who retired from a career as a school principal to share his talents as a woodworker in helping others across the nation, will be sure to entertain you. Wade Meier and friend Rick Allen will demonstrate fly fishing techniques. They call their presentation “Dragons and Damsels Flying in Distress”. Judy Moore will take you down the “Yellow Brick and Abbey Roads” with her collection of Wizard of Oz and Beatles memorabilia. And, Yvonne Brunetti and Joann Flinn, who share a neighborhood and their passion for dishes, will make you think twice about what you have in your china cabinet.

Tuesday • 1 pm - 3 pm

Tuesday PM - A, B, and C Sessions

Beginner’s Bridge and ChessCoordinators and Presenters: Gene Richards and Ron RutschmanBridge is a social game. It is stimulating, motivating, exciting, and fascinating. We specialize in taking the absolute beginner and introducing them to a new world of fun. No experience necessary. If you know how or would like to learn to play, please join us.

Wednesday • 10 am - noon

Wednesday AM - A Session

Inventions and Inventors that Changed the WorldCoordinator: Marjorie ReisPlanes, trains and automobiles. Transportation we all take for granted. But what would our world be like without them in the twenty-first century? Or what about refrigerators, air conditioning, light switches that we flip without giving them a thought? And horror of horrors, what if we had no internet in the twenty-first century? These kinds of inventions and thousands more are all things that changed our world in one way or another. In this class we will explore the lives and creations of a few of the men and women that invented or contributed to some of the conveniences we take for granted today.

Wednesday AM - B session

Black HeritageCoordinator: Anita AltmanBlack History Month is an annual observance in the US and Canada in February and in the UK and The Netherlands in October. This month both the US and the Continent recognize people who are part of the African diaspora. In the US this annual celebration ensures that the history and achievements of African Americans are acknowledged in national discussions and education. Please join us.

Wednesday AM - C session

StorytellingCoordinator: Dorothy FordStorytelling is the social and cultural

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activity of sharing stories, often with improvisation, theatrics, or embellishment. Stories or narratives have been shared in every culture as a means of entertainment, education, cultural preservation and instilling moral values. Come to our five week class to learn all about storytelling.

Wednesday • 1 pm - 3 pm

Wednesday PM - A, B and C Sessions

Writing it Down!Coordinator: Millie StarrBe inspired to share your writing efforts in an encouraging and supportive classroom setting. Class members write at home about anything they want, and they share what they write in class when they are ready. The goal of the class is to support one another in the writing process and learn by doing. Come and join our writing community as a writer or listener.

Thursday • 10 am - noon

Thursday AM - A, B and C Sessions

What in the World?Coordinators: To be announcedHave you ever watched TV or read a newspaper article, opinion, or letter to the editor and really wanted to discuss or react to what you read? “What in the World?” is just the class for you. We discuss all kinds of issues and happenings from your neighborhood, local, regional, state, national, and world news. You bring in the topic, introduce it, and we all discuss it with the help of a new class facilitator each five week session. A number of class members have real expertise to lend to a number of discussions. Learn something new every day. Come join the camaraderie.

Thursday • 1 pm - 3 pm

Thursday PM - A Session

Philosophy of CultureCoordinator and Presenter: Dan BrownIn this course we will consider the concept of culture. Culture lies at the very core of our lives, but we seldom raise it to the level of conscious consideration. We will use sources from anthropology, psychology and our own experience to investigate culture, its characteristics and importance to human beings. We will not be looking so much at examples of

particular cultures. Instead we will be looking at culture in the abstract, trying to define it and understand its relationship to human development. In an analytic process we will form a framework of questions and seek answers that form a logically consistent set of answers, in other words philosophy. Thus, the name of the course, Philosophy of Culture.

First four thursdays of each session1 pm - 3 pm

Thursday PM - B and C Sessions

Great DecisionsCoordinator: Jerry JackmanThis class takes on some of the great geopolitical issues of our day. It is the only MICL class for which the participants buy a book. The book is new every year and is up-to-date with up-to-date issues. We read the book, available from the coordinator or by eBook from the website, before the class and then discuss it in the class. The extra effort that we put into this case really pays off and we come away with a better understanding of the world around us.

Last thursday of each session1 pm - 3 pm

MICL Book ClubCoordinator: Carol SullivanWe read a nonfiction book one month and a fiction book the next month. The book is suggested and selected by the group and will be moderated by the person that suggested the book title. Our group is open to everyone, even if you have not read or have previously read the book. Please feel free to join the group for any of the meetings. Keep Reading!

Friday • 10 am - noon

Friday AM - A, B, C sessions

Friday at the MoviesCoordinators: Betty Boj-Sode, Susan Wiltse. and JoAnne MidboeStart your weekend relaxation with a film classic or foreign film (subtitled in English, of course) that will carry you away to other times and other places. Discussion encouraged but not required. Details of the movies are posted just before the semester starts.

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DON’T MISS the BEST, JAMPACKED , FUN, ACTIVE and EDUCATIONAL SUMMER EVER!

MJC Camps for Kids 2018

Join our MJC Camps for Kids 2018 interest list! Get the latest details for summer fun and have the opportunity to register early!Log on at mjc4life.org and search Camps for Kids Interest List, place in your cart and check out. There is no fee charged and no obligation to register for an upcoming camp.

Each year our day camps get better and more popular with kids and parents. We listen to our camp participants and encourage feedback from parents to make improvements each year. We add activities that keep children inspired and engaged in learning fun. New camp themes are added for variety, so there should be something to interest every child. This summer we offer 9 different weeks of camp. The first week will start Monday, June 4, 2018 and the last week will start Monday, July 30, 2018.

We heard you! Some families preferred a half-day camp, and others, especially the kids, didn’t want to go home when a morning or afternoon camp ended. This year you will have the option of registering to “stay all day” when you choose your camp. The camp themed curriculum will be presented during the camp hours, but those who choose the “stay all day option” will have a lunch period, additional fun, games, outdoor play and arts and crafts projects.

Morning: 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Full Day: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm.

We have camps this summer to fit your child’s interest, schedule and your family budget.

Inside Out

Kid’s Cooking Camp Adventure

Musical Theater Camp

Here’s a Sneak Peek of just a few of our

2018 Camps:

Little Chemists

Aspiring young chefs will expand their taste buds while they learn how to safely prepare healthy meals and snacks. Kids will have fun learning skills and recipes to create dishes that will delight their families at home.


ACTIVE ACTIVITIES

FUN TO DO

SteM Robotics for KidsBoys and girls will have a blast learning to build and program robots to perform various tasks. This hands-on

class turns STEM principles into child’s play with emphasis placed on basic mechanics and engineering. Students will build beginning to more complex machines, collaborate with other students and compete in challenges to complete specific tasks with classmates. Students in class advance at their own pace and may register for continuing sessions in this year-round program. This class has a natural pathway into local and national competitions should students desire to pursue robotics beyond the classroom. SteM Robotics for Kids (Ages 8-12) Community Ed Staff $129 Jan 31 - Mar 21 Wed 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm 8 sessions Wawona 2

SteM Robotics for Kids (Ages 13-18) Community Ed Staff $129 Jan 29 - Mar 26 Mon 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm 8 sessions Wawona 2

Kids / Teens

Active Activities | KIDS/TEENS

Competitive Swimmingat its Best!

Blue Tide Aquatics is a USA year round swim team that includes summer swim league as well. Local and travel swim meets are available for all swimmers.

BTA focuses on stroke technique, swimming skills, and age group competition.

To join BTA, swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards of nonstop Freestyle with a consistent kick.

Please see the Blue Tide website for more information.

http://www.bluetideaquatics.com

NOTE: YOU MUST OBTAIN USASWIMMING INSURANCE TO SWIM WITH BLUE TIDE! SWIMMERS MUST WEAR ONLY NON-COTTON SWIM ATTIRE.

Please email us @[email protected] to set up a time to get correct group placement and more information about our team.


SteM Builder Challenge (Ages 7-10)

Engineering and design is fun for both boys and girls! Come join the fun, explore the concepts of structural

engineering and see what wild things you can build! Can I go higher? Can I make it stronger? Learn principles of physics and engineering to keep your structures sturdy as you build them bigger and better. The sky is the limit when it comes to your imagination and hard work. Class size is small, so register early!

Apryl Hughes $39 + $6 mat. fee* Feb 24 - Mar 10 Sat 11 am - 12:30 pm 3 sessions Wawona 1


origami Fun: Boxes are tops! (Ages 8-14)

Want to amaze your friends? Come and learn the art of Japanese paper folding, Origami. This class will focus

on making interesting boxes out of colorful origami paper. The boxes can be used to hold items or candies and make wonderful party favors or packages for small gifts just in time for Easter! Did you know learning origami has been found to improve not only math skills, 3-D perception and logical thinking, but also focus and concentration? Come have fun with us! Class materials provided by instructor at no cost to students.

Linda Casey $19 Mar 17 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 2

GOOD TO KNOW

Get Ready for the SAt Math (Ages 14+)Making the decision to attend college is probably one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, and your performance on college entrance exams is instrumental in determining your college choice. Universities and colleges throughout the U.S. require applicants to take the SAT or ACT as part of their evaluation packets. This course will prepare you for both. Learn SAT Math test-taking skills and strategies. Topics covered include comprehensive mathematical review in algebra, geometry and abstract reasoning. Practice tests will be given.

note: Bring pencil and notebook. SAT study book included in price. Sign up for both classes and save $40.00.

Linda Kong $85 Feb 24 - Mar 10 Sat 9 am - 12:30 pm 3 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255

Get Ready for SAt english (Ages 14+)Making the decision to attend college is probably one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make, and your performance on college entrance exams is instrumental in determining your college choice. Universities and colleges throughout the U.S. require applicants to take the SAT or ACT as part of their evaluation package. This course will prepare you for both tests. This class will cover strategies to prepare students in writing, grammar, critical reading and essay writing. Practice test sections will be given, and practice handouts are included.

note: SAT study book included in price. Sign up for both classes and save $40.00.

Ilse Craane $85 Jan 27 - Feb 10 Sat 9 am - 12:30 pm 3 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255

KIDS/TEENS | Good to Know


operation Animation!

Ages (7-12)Come join in

an exciting adventure through the

world of animation. Come learn how to make your favorite Disney and Angry Bird characters complete difficult tasks, create your very own animated computer game, and have lots of fun in the process! You will enjoy working with others, solving problems, and persevering through difficult tasks. Don’t miss out on this computer programming adventure!

Apryl Hughes $59 Feb 24 - Mar 10 Sat 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm 3 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 251

COOKING FOR KIDS

Kids Beginning Cake Decorating (Ages 8-14)Kids have fun exploring the basics of cake decorating while

discovering their own creative talent. This beginning class uses 1/2 of a sheet cake board to practice icing fun with basic borders and flowers. At the end of the class kids will create an edible masterpiece they can proudly enjoy with family and friends.

note: Kids must bring their supplies on first day of class. Bring to class: 1 - 8 in. Wilton decorating bag with bag coupling, Lily Flower nail kit, #7 flower nail and the following decorating tips: #4, #16, #30, #47, #67, #71, #104, #190, #199 and #2-F. 1 wash cloth, cookie sheet and zip-loc bag. For more details on the supply list please go to www.mjc.edu/commed.

Patsy Laws $69 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 24 - Mar 17 Sat 2 pm - 4 pm 4 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 161


Kids are Cooking! (Ages 9-12)Kids today are curious about cooking and love to help in the kitchen! Kids love to eat! Let’s teach them how to

use healthy ingredients. Young chefs will learn about food safety and how to make better food choices. They will be creating a delicious hummus to enjoy in a wrap with lots of fun veggies. Next on the menu is sweet potatoes prepared two yummy ways! You will be surprised how much your little chef learns during this fun class!

Bambi Porter $20 + $8 mat. fee* Mar 17 Sat 10 am - 12 pm 1 session Wawona 1


YOUTH MUSIC

Suzuki PianoSuzuki’s success has proven not only that young children are capable of learning to play an instrument, but also that they derive genuine pleasure from their music making. In addition to the monthly group lesson held at Modesto Junior College, you will pay for a weekly private lesson arranged by the Suzuki Piano Coordinator. Call 575-6063 for an application form or download one at www.mjc.edu/commed. AFTER ACCEPTANCE INTO THE PROGRAM, a semester fee of $29 per family is payable to MJC. There is a waiting list, so please plan ahead. Dates, locations and times vary for Suzuki group lessons. Please check with your Suzuki instructor for your actual group lesson schedule.

note: Ask for or download an application form for Suzuki Piano at www.mjc.edu/commed. Do not register for this class until you have been assigned a piano teacher by the Suzuki Piano Coordinator.

REGISTER EARLY, fee increases to $34 on Feb 8

Cooking | KIDS/TEENS


Piano Adventure for Kids (Ages 7-10)Learn the piano the fun way! These lessons will teach you note-reading. You will be playing real songs. Recital at the end of each class. Limited class size. Great experience!

note: No exceptions to age group please. Bring a pair of full sized headphones. If you have already taken this class and still have the book, call the office at 575-6063 to register without paying for the book.

Debee Loyd $79 + $10 mat. fee* Feb 22 - Mar 29 Thu 4 pm - 6 pm 6 sessions Music Bldg, 109


Voice Lessons for Kids (Ages 8-16)Do you love to sing? Is something holding you back? Come and join others in singing together and if you want, maybe even a solo! We will sing simple

harmonies and songs; learn about proper singing methods and vocal technique. Work on basic notes, rhythms, and select 16 bars for your next open audition. Perform for your family on the last day. Let’s Sing!!

note: No class on Apr 5. Class meets at Valley Charter High School Lion’s Den for a Recital at 6 pm on May 8.

Bernadette Burns $95 + $10 mat. fee* Mar 15 - May 3 Thu 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm May 8 Valley Charter HS, 108, 8 sessions Ste 14


SCIENCE

Super Saturday Science (Ages 7-10)

Aspiring scientists will have fun experimenting with ordinary

household items, such as balloons and baking soda. Exploring the world of science will be an exciting adventure! They will have the opportunity to learn about chemical reactions, physics, density and so much more in a safe and playful environment.

Apryl Hughes $39 + $5 mat. fee* Feb 24 - Mar 10 Sat 9 am - 10:30 am 3 sessions Wawona 1


COMPUTERS

Computers for Absolute BeginnersThis hands-on class will

introduce new computer users to the personal

computer and its uses. Your instructor will quickly put you at ease and you will soon feel comfortable using a computer. This class is taught on Windows-based computers. You will learn the use of the mouse, and how to use a Windows-based word processing program. By the end of the course you should feel comfortable creating, saving and retrieving documents.

note: No previous computer experience is necessary. Book fee of $24 will be charged at time of registration.

Matt Ketchum $79 + $24 mat. fee* Mar 6 - Mar 22 Tue, Thu 6 pm - 8 pm 4 sessions Classroom Annex, 101


Business

KIDS/TEENS | Science


Computer for 55+ - BeginningThis hands-on class will move at a slower pace than our other beginning computer classes. You will learn parts of a computer, basic computer terms, use of the mouse and

desktop personalization. You will learn how to create files and folders using word processing and more. By the end of the class, you should be able to create, save and retrieve documents, and how to move around the computer with confidence.

note: No books. Handouts included in fee.

Sue Hobby $109 Jan 22 - Jan 31 Mon, Wed 9 am - 12 pm 4 sessions Classroom Annex, 101

Computer for 55+ - IntermediateIf you have a basic understanding of computers, this class will take you to the next level! We’ll cover formatting, fonts and inserting pictures in a word processing application, copying and pasting to create a flyer. We also will follow a step by step tutorial of the internet and email, multi-tasking and transferring information from different programs.

note: Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Windows based computers. No book used for this class.

Sue Hobby $109 Feb 5 - Feb 14 Mon, Wed 9 am - 12 pm 4 sessions Classroom Annex, 101

Introduction to Using Facebook for 55+Facebook is a fun and useful way to keep up to date with family

and friends. Facebook can be used to find friends and relatives you have lost touch with over the years as well as keep up with what’s going on in today’s social media. You will be taught how to set up your own Facebook account and invite your family and friends to share information. Learn about precautions to safeguard your identity with a control account to recover passwords. We will cover a checklist to use this application safely, and keep your information you want private. After this class you will have the confidence to jump in and start connecting with others!

Sue Hobby $59 Mar 5 - Mar 12 Mon, Wed 9 am - 11 am 3 sessions Classroom Annex, 101

Create a Website for Fun, Profit & BusinessNo programming required! Discover easy-to-use, drag & drop design tools that can build your personal or business website in 60 minutes. Covers social media marketing, how to optimize your site for smart phones and the tips and traps of website design. Plus how to create money generating affiliate websites. Optional eBooks available for purchase after class. Taught by a multi award-winning instructor and published author from Seattle. Lecture format.

note: Optional eBooks available for purchase after class.

Kevin Boyd $69 Mar 3 Sat 9 am - 12:30 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 233

Computers | BUSINESS


Windows 10Windows 10 is the newest version of

Microsoft Windows and in this class, you will learn

the essential features of Windows 10. You can bring your own personal Windows 10 laptop to the class. We will cover how to use the new Start Menu, Cortana Searching, Task View, Multiple Desktops, changing settings, and the new Edge web browser. Please bring your power charger for your laptop to the class.

note: If you have a Windows 10 laptop you can bring it to this class (touch screen okay). Bring your power charger to the class.

Matt Ketchum $95 + $24 mat. fee* Feb 1 - Feb 15 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 3 sessions CAT Bldg, 235


QuickBooks Pro 2015 BeginningPrerequisite: Must be familiar with the computer and Windows. QuickBooks is one of the most popular accounting programs for small businesses. This course will introduce the novice to QuickBooks and accounting principles. The class will cover working with customer transactions and vendor transactions. You will learn to manage credit card transactions and to use QuickBooks reconciliation features. You will create a QuickBooks file for a service company.

note: $40 material fee for book and USB drive to save your work paid at time of registration.

Linda Kong $115 + $40 mat. fee* Mar 31 - Apr 21 Sat 9 am - 12 pm 4 sessions Founders Hall, 111


eBay 1 – the Basics of SellingWhether you simply want to clear the closet, desire additional part-time income or a serious eBay business, this class is your foundation. Learn how to set up an eBay Seller account, create successful eBay listings, upload pictures and accept credit card payments with PayPal. Included are selling Tips, Tricks and the Traps to avoid. Covers how to determine shipping costs, where to get FREE shipping supplies, how to print shipping labels from your home computer and get FREE home pickup. Optional eBooks available for purchase after class. This class is taught by Kevin Boyd, a multi-award winning eBay instructor and published author from Seattle. Lecture format.

note: Register for the series and save! Discounts cannot be combined.

Kevin Boyd $59 Feb 26 Mon 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 233

eBay 2 - Advanced Selling StrategiesDiscover if your item will sell or not in just one minute! Learn the “Insider Tips, Tricks and Strategies” that will draw the most bids, close the sale, and beat your competition. Covers how to find a profitable niche, what to sell, what to avoid and how to use drop shippers to minimize inventory costs. Includes eBay research, marketing and photography tips to get your item noticed, how to sell antiques, collectibles and large items you don’t want to ship. Taught by multi-award winning instructor and published eBay author from Seattle. Lecture.

note: Save by registering for both classes using the series! Discounts cannot be combined.

Kevin Boyd $59 Feb 27 Tue 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session Founders Hall, 233

BUSINESS | Computers


Managing PasswordsDo you have trouble keeping track of all your passwords on your computer and mobile devices? We are asked to change our passwords and not reuse them to stay secure but it becomes more of a nuisance than trying to keep you safe online. In this course we will learn how to use recommended password manager programs you can use on any computer or mobile device. In the digital age where many websites and apps have you create usernames and passwords this class will give you the skills to easily log in to any of your accounts safely and securely.

Matt Ketchum $35 Jan 25 Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 251

excel 2013 - BeginningExcel is a business standard for many jobs. Many times potential employers want to know if you have some basic knowledge of this powerful spreadsheet software. You will begin to learn the time-saving features that are built into this software. You’ll create worksheets, use formulas, format for printing and create different types of charts.

note: Prerequisite: Must be able to use Microsoft Windows operating system.

Ed Perillo $110 + $24 mat. fee* Jan 22 - Jan 31 Mon, Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 4 sessions Classroom Annex, 101


excel 2013 - IntermediateIf you have already taken the Excel 2013 - Beginning class, or have a good basic knowledge of Excel 2013, then this class will help expand your knowledge of Excel. You will learn how to sort and filter data, use advanced functions, create outlines and subtotals, use Pivot Tables to analyze data, and how to create and modify custom templates.

Ed Perillo $110 + $22 mat. fee* Mar 5 - Mar 14 Mon, Wed 6 pm - 9 pm 4 sessions Classroom Annex, 101


CAREERS

How to Become an event and Wedding ConsultantCreating a successful event requires planning and detail. Learn how the professionals create spectacular weddings, corporate functions, conventions, parties and other events. Your comprehensive training includes: creating a guest list, hiring vendors, discussing local sites for the wedding or event, and design. Stay within the budget by creating a business plan and accounting system. Learn about contract law as it pertains to rentals, deposits and liability. Discover the common pitfalls to avoid, best ways to market your business and, most importantly, how to gracefully say no to a new bride or client because you know they are not the right fit for you. You will leave prepared to orchestrate memorable events.

Peggy Gardiner $129 + $25 mat. fee* Feb 21 - Feb 28 Wed 6 pm - 8 pm 2 sessions John Muir Hall, WC, 255


Microanalysis-B-Mold CountingLearn mold count procedures as applied to fruit and tomato products and food plant sanitation. This 30-hour class includes lecture and hands-on training in a small class setting, includes Howard Mold and Rot Count methods. A certificate of attendance will be awarded to students who successfully complete the class.

Cyrus Kashefi $350 + $20 mat. fee* Feb 14 - Apr 18 Wed 6:15 pm - 9:15 pm 10 sessions SCC, 212


Careers | BUSINESS


SMoG BAR Update ClassThis course offers 16 hours of update training. It will cover the latest smog update requirements. The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) requires all licensed Smog Check Technicians whose license expires during the year, to complete the Update Training Course prior to renewing licenses. Please register early as class size is limited!

note: Price includes textbook. ABSOLUTELY NO walk-in registrations. Please pre-register by calling 209.575.6063. Please make sure to bring a valid photo ID to first class meeting. The instructor needs to verify you are the class participant. Proper ID can be a current driver’s license or state issued ID card.

A > Ruben Parra $250 Feb 10 - Feb 11 Sat, Sun 8 am - 4:30 pm 2 sessions Tenaya Auto Complex, WC

B > Ruben Parra $250 Apr 14 - Apr 15 Sat, Sun 8 am - 4:30 pm 2 sessions Tenaya Auto Complex, WC

Make extra Income: Auto Wholesale BusinessFind out how to make some extra money buying and selling wholesale cars as a home-based business or, simply buy cars, motorcycles, boats at great wholesale prices. This 6-hour approved DMV class is the first step to acquire your dealer’s license. Learn how to get your auto dealer’s license and how to operate a profitable used car business. You can earn a substantial amount of income just by selling a few cars a month. Find out the how and where of buying at wholesale prices and how to sell at retail for very good profits. You’ll get a free list of all the dealer-only auctions in the United States. Students will receive a DMV certificate of completion at the end of class.

Ronald Williams $85 + $25 mat. fee* Mar 14 - Mar 15 Wed, Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 2 sessions Sierra Hall, WC, 129


Basic Medical Coding: CPtThis is not a billing course. This course is meant to teach the Basics of CPT coding, in order to: 1) prepare attendees for entry level coding in various medical settings where CPT is used and 2) will assist in preparing attendees for taking the CCA or CCS exams offered by the AHIMA to become a nationally certified coder. Course covers guidelines, use of code book and coding exercises. Recommended: Medical Terminology.

note: CPT books for Medical Coding required for the first day of class. Two books needed: 1) CPT Code Book 2018 (only Professional Edition please) can buy through AMA at www.amabookstore.com 2) CPT Workbook – Basic Current Procedural Terminology & HCPCS Coding 2017 or 2018 Edition by Gail Smith. Publisher AHIMA Call 1.800.335.5535 or www.ahimapress.org.

Diane Lemire $249 Jan 30 - May 1 Tue 6 pm - 9:30 pm 14 sessions Wawona 1

Intermediate Medical Coding ICD10CM, Dx onlyThese series of classes are meant to teach the more Intermediate concepts of ICD10CM coding; Obstetrics, Cardiovascular, Neoplasms, Injuries/Poisonings, etc., in order to prepare attendees for entry level coding in various medical settings where ICD10CM is used. It will assist in preparing attendees for taking the CCA or CCS exams offered by the AHIMA to become a nationally certified coder. Medical Terminology is recommended but not required.

note: Supplies needed for first day of class: 3 ring binder, flags/post-it notes, highlighter pens, pen/pencil, and paper. Textbooks: 1) ICD10CM Coding Handbook 2017 or 2018 with Answers, author – Nelly Chisen, Call AHA Press 800.242.2626 or www.AHAonlinestore.com and 2) ICD10CM code book Channel Publishing. Softcover Hospital Version. Please buy tabs as well. Call 1.800.248.282 or www.channelpublishing.com. Ask for student price. Recommended: A medical dictionary; edition within the last 5 years; especially if the attendee has not had Medical Terminology. Must bring all books to each class.

Diane Lemire $279 Feb 1 - May 3 Thu 6 pm - 9:30 pm 14 sessions Wawona 1

BUSINESS | Careers


Writing Your 1st Book or 7thBobbie Christensen, California author of twelve books, will show you how to develop and complete your manuscript in just 6-weeks following her own 10-step plan. Create a page-turner whether writing fiction or non-fiction, cookbook or textbook. “I’ve been to many other writing and publishing classes but you changed my view of what is possible”.

note: Material fee includes free consulting at any time and Writing, Publishing & Marketing Your 1st Book booklet.

Bobbie Christensen $39 + $15 mat. fee* Jan 27 Sat 1 pm - 2:45 pm 1 session Wawona 2


Publishing Your 1st Book or 7thLearn how to submit your work to a publisher or to self-publish and keep the profits, plus all about PODs, eBooks, etc. Includes all forms, contracts, and samples, etc.

note: Material fee includes free consulting at any time and Writing, Publishing & Marketing Your 1st Book booklet.

Bobbie Christensen $39 + $15 mat. fee* Jan 27 Sat 3 pm - 4:45 pm 1 session Wawona 2


NOTARY

Become a notary Public in one DayMaking more money is never a bad idea and it shows your amazing initiative. Sign-up and learn how to perform valuable services by certifying or witnessing signatures on official documents, $15 per signature in 2017. Notary skills are valuable in almost any industry: real estate, legal, medical and banking to name just a few. After becoming a Notary, train to become a Loan Signing Agent and make $200 to $400 per signing. You’ll be a part of a rewarding and lasting career. This six-hour state-approved seminar gives you the knowledge to pass the exam and practice as an effective Notary. Participants receive 2 practice tests and they take the official Notary exam directly following the seminar.

note: Due to State regulations, no one will be admitted to the classroom after 8:30 a.m. You must return from breaks on time. New and Renewing Notaries need to bring the following: 1) A $40 check made payable to “Secretary of State”; 2) Proper ID - current driver’s license or state issued ID card; 3) Two #2 pencils; 4) 2” X 2” passport color photo. Live Scan fingerprints will be required after you pass the exam. Serious Convictions may disqualify applicants. Must be 18+ years of age. To operate as a notary requires an investment in the following: you will need a Notary stamp, bond, journal and certificates. Insurance is recommended. NPS will have optional Notary packages available starting at $309, but offer discounts the day of class.

Carrie Christensen $99 + $35 mat. fee* Mar 17 Sat 8 am - 6 pm 1 session Sierra Hall, WC, 137


Notary | BUSINESS


Renew your notary Commission - 3 Hour State Required SeminarRenewing Notaries are required to take a 3-hour state approved Notary Educational course. Our seminar will update you on new notary law and the basics to prep you for the exam. Renewing Notaries are required to take the exam and be fingerprinted again. Class time includes the test. Arrive early. No one will be admitted after 12:45 p.m.

note: Optional Notary supplies will be available for sale in class. Bring to class 1) $40 check made payable to “Secretary of State”; 2) Proper ID - current driver’s license with photo or state issued ID card; 3) Two #2 pencils; 4) Passport color photo (2”x2”).

Carrie Christensen $50 + $35 mat. fee* Mar 17 Sat 12:30 pm - 6 pm 1 session Sierra Hall, WC, 137


Become a Certified Loan Signing AgentNow that you are a Notary, how do you build and maintain your signing business? We will teach you the skills and provide the tools necessary to become a Certified Loan Signing Agent and what it means. You will go through a loan package and see exactly what you need to do. Learn to negotiate your fee, get called back, and how to brand yourself as a professional in your market.

note: Prerequisite: Prospective student must have taken a Notary class. $60 material fee paid to instructor at class for Seminar Guide and Reference Book. $20 fee for certification. NOTE: NPS does not require student to be commissioned to take the Loan class, they only require that they take the Notary class first.

Carrie Christensen $99 + $60 mat. fee* Mar 24 Sat 9 am - 4 pm 1 session John Muir Hall, WC, 255


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TRIP INFORMATIONYou can register for a trip the same way you would for a class. See the different ways you can register for classes or trips on page 66. Extended trips must be made over the phone or in person.

Once registered, day trip participants will receive a letter 7-10 days before the trip. Buses normally depart from the MJC West Campus, but MJC reserves the right to make any necessary changes in departure place and times. The departure location will be listed in the letter you receive from our office.

Modesto Junior College reserves the right to make changes to itineraries of equal or greater value as deemed necessary. We cannot reimburse clients for items in the tour that they elect not to participate in.

MJC will not be liable for delays, bad conditions of the road, storms, acts of God, public enemies, strikes, acts of terrorism, and other conditions beyond its control.

All off-campus extracurricular field trips/excursions are voluntary. If you choose to participate, be advised that pursuant to the California Code of Regulations, subchapter 5, section 55450, you agree to hold the District, its officers, agents and employees harmless from any and all liability or claims which may arise out of or in connection with your participation.

Travel

Trip Information | TRAVEL

trip CancellationInformation

All trip refunds are subject to a $20 processing fee, regardless of when or why you cancel. If our office needs to cancel a trip you will receive an automatic full refund.

Day trips

A full (100%) refund will be given for trips which are full at the time registration is received or those that the college finds necessary to cancel. For trips/tours, advance notice of cancellation must be given with the following guidelines:

one-day excursions

Short, day trips that do not have any pre-purchased tickets, meals or any other advanced payment, requires 7 days’ notice.

trips with Pre-purchased Items

Day trips that require MJC to prepay for tickets, meals, or other participant expenses require 30 days’ notice.

Short, overnight trips

Refunds for overnight trips require a minimum of 45 days’ notice of cancellation. Tickets and hotel reservations must be reserved and purchased by Modesto Junior College in advance and most are non-refundable. For less than the 45 days’ notice we can only provide a refund if your space can be resold. If we are able to resell your space, a $20 processing fee will be deducted from your refund.

extended trips

Our extended trips have various cancellation, deposit, and final payment deadlines. Please be sure to ask for this information when you register.


DAY TRIPS

Pacific orchid and Garden exposition - Hall of Flowers/Pier 39 - San Francisco

The 66th Pacific Orchid Exposition will be in the Hall of

Flowers at the Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. Orchids grown in all types of environments from domestic greenhouses to new species collected in the wild from all over the world. Our host for this trip is Al Rios, our Orchids 101 class instructor. Al will be on hand to answer questions regarding orchids. You don’t want to miss this trip. We’ll spend the afternoon at Pier 39 for a no-host lunch and browsing.

NOTE: Fee includes entrance fee, chartered bus transportation and driver’s tip.

Sun, Feb 25 $59 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Carmel-By-the-SeaCarmel has consistently been voted one of the top tourist and

visitor destinations in the country and after visiting you’ll understand why. Within the quaint European style village visitors can relax, unwind and enjoy the peaceful European ambience. With the art galleries, antique shops, boutiques, small intimate cafes, and restaurants, Carmel promises visitors hours of discovery. The day is yours to spend as you wish. Enjoy a no-host lunch as well as the beach and many shops. We will stop briefly at Casa de Fruta on the way to and from Carmel.

NOTE: Fee includes chartered bus transportation and driver’s tip.

Sat, Mar 3 $55 7:30 am - 7:30 pm

California Academy of Sciences

The California Academy of Sciences is a world class scientific

and cultural institution. A single building houses an aquarium, a planetarium, and a natural history museum that’s filled with hundreds of innovative and engaging exhibits. Located in Golden Gate Park across from the de Young Museum, you may explore at your own pace. Tickets to the Planetarium are included in your admission. Just stop by the Planetarium kiosk when you arrive. Choose from two dining spots as well as satellite food stations for your no host lunch.

NOTE: Fee includes chartered bus transportation and driver’s tip.

Sat, Apr 14 $76 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

TRAVEL | Day Trips

How much walking?

LIMITED: May require a walk to the theater, or to your seats at the ballpark. If free time allows participants to stroll a bit, you are

welcome to find a place to sit and rest.

MODERATE: May require a large amount of walking, usually in either the morning or the afternoon.

EXTENDED: Will involve walking much of the day.


Day Trips | TRAVEL

ExTENDED TRIPS

Come join us and see the wonderful trips offered through MJC Community Education!

Call 575-6063 to RSVP

Saturday, Feburary 3or

Saturday, April 7

2:00 pmMJC East Campus

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Petaluma River Cruise

This trip is so popular we’re offering it again. Enjoy a three-hour narrated boat cruise of the Petaluma River. Sail this historic waterway from the turning basin in downtown Petaluma to the mouth of the river in San Pablo Bay. Learn about the history and importance of the river to the town of Petaluma and the surrounding countryside, and why it is still important today. See the bird and wildlife that inhabits this special region as we cruise down river and the return journey. Lunch is included.

note: Call 575-6063 for date and price.

Petaluma River Cruise May 2018

Giants Baseball Interest Listnew for Winter 2018 - You can now put your own name on an interest

list and you can add people you want to purchase tickets for - Simply go to our registration site - www.mjc4life.org - search for “Giants Interest List” (it will be set up as a class with no fee). If you do not already have a profile you will need to create one - then add this “class”. You will be asked how many other people (if you do not know their names, use guest 1, guest 2, etc.). Once the game schedule is available you will be contacted via email.From that time on registration will be first come, first serve. After the email is sent, you can register yourself and guests for whichever games you want by calling our office at 575-6063.

note: Because you will be notified by email it is VERY important that your email address is correct.

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TRAVEL | Extended Trips

Only Once a Decade! Coming in 2020

It began back in 1633 Oberammergau was suffering from the

Bubonic Plague. The surviving villagers

appealed for Divine intervention to save

their families. They vowed that if God

were to spare them, they would perform a

Passion Play every ten years. They say not a

single person fell victim to the Plague after

that. Keeping their promise, the people

of Oberammergau performed the first

play in 1634 and have continued to do so

throughout the centuries.

Today, many of Oberammergau’s

residents still take part in this powerful

work of art featuring dramatic

performances, beautiful music and choral

accompaniment.

The residents of Oberammergau will again

perform The Passion Play in 2020. You can

be there and enjoy in the magnificence of

this performance with an extended trip

itinerary that showcases the charm and

beauty of central Europe.

Preparations are already underway for the next Passion Play in the tiny Bavarian hamlet of Oberammergau. The performances in 2020 may seem distant but the excitement is already building for the next production. Demand is always very high for this trip and event. It sells out quickly - more than a year in advance. Don’t miss out! Call our office today for dates and prices. This magnificent event is only available every ten years!

Don’t delay. This trip will not be available again until 2030. Call 575-6063 for a brochure.

Don’t Miss the Passion Play

Oberammergau – The Passion Play


Extended Trips | TRAVEL

Enjoy a single hotel stay and unpack only once as you explore America’s heritage and tour the capital city of the United States, Washington, D.C. An extra day has been added at the end of the tour to allow you to explore and enjoy the city and its museums. The newly opened National Museum of African American History and Culture is a must see. Due to the overwhelming number of visitors, you need to go online prior to departure to obtain a free timed pass to tour this amazing museum on your own. Day one is a travel day. Day two begins at the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center with a guided tour of this historic building. Continue on with stops at the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Korean War Memorial. Tonight, enjoy a special get acquainted dinner with your fellow travelers. Day three visit the White House Visitor Center. Then, it’s your choice which Smithsonian Institution you’d like to visit. Select from the Air and Space Museum or the National Museum of American History. Among the Air and Space Museum’s collection are the famous Wright 1903 Flyer, the Spirit of St. Louis, and the Apollo 11 command module Columbia. The National Museum of American History features artifacts from locomotives to the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key to compose the national anthem; to the First Ladies Hall containing many ball gowns worn by America’s First Ladies. The afternoon is at leisure. Day four visit Arlington National Cemetery for a narrated tour including the Tomb of the Unknowns and the Kennedy gravesites. This afternoon, visit Mount

Vernon, the beloved home of the first U.S. President, George Washington. Next, enjoy leisure time in old town Alexandria. This evening it’s Diner’s Choice….you choose from a “menu” of old town Alexandria’s amazing restaurants. Day five visit the Washington National Cathedral and learn more of its history on a docent led tour. This magnificent church took 83 years to complete and has been host to state funerals, Presidential inaugural masses and the last sermon of Martin Luther King, Jr. This afternoon, visit Ford’s Theatre where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. Tour the theatre and hear about the timeline of events that transpired. Finish with a visit to the neighboring Petersen House, the boarding house to which

the fatally injured Lincoln was carried. This evening enjoy a special farewell dinner marking the end of a wonderful American journey. Day six explore the city at your leisure. Day seven the tour ends and you head home.

Exploring Our Nation’s Capital April 26 - May 2, 2018 - 7 Days

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 9 meals included. $490 deposit per person due upon registration.

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Experience the warm southern hospitality in South Carolina and Georgia. Enjoy two night stays in the beautiful cities of Charleston and Savannah. Arrive on Day one in Charleston. Day two begins with a guided tour of the city highlighting the cobblestoned streets, historic homes and restored buildings. Stop at the battery overlooking Fort Sumter where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. Continue on to City Market, one of the oldest public markets in America. Meet a local artisan to learn about the tradition of weaving Gullah sweetgrass baskets, one of the oldest handicrafts in the United States.

Following your city tour, the choice is yours! Perhaps you’d like to explore Boone Hall, one of America’s oldest working plantations. Or, you may opt to explore Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum where you’ll board the impressive USS Yorktown aircraft carrier. You’ll also have time at the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Day three travel to the exclusive Jekyll Island Club Hotel. Jekyll Island was the winter retreat of prominent families. The Rockefellers, Vanderbilts and J.P. Morgan once vacationed here and built grand “cottages” along the 240 acre river edge. The afternoon is at leisure. Day four a tram brings you on a tour of the Jekyll Island historic Landmark District – one of the nation’s largest restoration projects. Afterwards, visit St. Simons Island. See the 106’ tall lighthouse and visit the Museum of Coastal History. After leisure time to explore shops and restaurants in the village, travel to Savannah, home of the largest National Historic Landmark District in the United States. Tonight, gather at a popular restaurant on famous River Street for a cooking demonstration and dinner. Day five begins with a

trolley tour highlighting Savannah’s sprawling Historic District. As you travel along the cobblestone-paved streets gazing at the stately mansions and beautiful squares, you’ll fall in love with this city. Next, the beautiful Andrew Low Home and Gardens await. Learn about the driving force behind the Girl Scouts and its founder, Juliette Low. The afternoon is at leisure. This evening, you might want to join an optional “after hours” tour to

Bonaventure, the south’s most famous Victorian Cemetery, with a local historian. Day six enjoy some leisure time this morning in Savannah before heading south to Jacksonville, where the St. John’s River meets the Atlantic Ocean. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner and toast the end of a fabulous trip. Day seven the tour ends and you fly home. note: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 9 meals included. $490 deposit per person due upon registration.

Southern CharmMay 20 - 26, 2018 - 7 Days

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This small group safari adventure begins in Nairobi, Kenya where you stay two nights. We are flying in one day before the tour begins to give you time to rest. Day three enjoy your day of leisure. Day four set off for the mountainous region of Aberdare National Park. Arrive at your hotel situated on the slope of Mweiga Hill overlooking the park. Keep an eye out for the giraffes that welcome you to the lodge. The afternoon is at leisure. Day five begins at the Shaba, Samburu and Buffalo Springs reserves, home to some of Africa’s most exotic wildlife. After lunch, it’s on to Buffalo Springs for a game drive to begin your search for the “Big 5” lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. Tonight learn about the culture and traditions of the Samburu – an ethnic group related to the Masai. Day six the search continues for the “Big 5” on a morning game

drive through the rugged Samburu National Reserve. After lunch at the lodge, continue on an afternoon game drive in Shaba. Watch for the local birds; over 350 species of birds are known to inhabit the reserve. Your day comes to a close on the banks of the Ewaso Ng’iro River. Relax as the sun sets on the horizon. Day seven return to Aberdare for an unforgettable experience at the world-famous tree lodge, the Ark. Built on stilts deep in the heart of the forest, this lodge provides game viewing from four viewing decks as the animals come to drink at a watering hole and salt lick located below

the lodge. This national park received its name from Lord Aberdare, one of the founding members of the Royal Geographical Society. Day eight drive past the mountains via the spectacular Nyahururu waterfalls. Then, make a photo stop at the Equator. After you arrive at Lake Nakuru continue the search for the “Big 5”. Day nine after your morning game drive, savor a traditional breakfast in the bush. Enjoy leisure time at the lodge before your afternoon game drive. Day ten travel to Masai Mara Game Reserve. The Masai Mara is an extension of the great Serengeti Plain and is considered the most stunning game viewing spot in all of Kenya: lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants and other wildlife reside here. Your tent provides all the deluxe amenities of a lodge, complete with the adventure of the wild. Visit a Masai village prior to your game drive. Tonight, enjoy a traditional bush dinner featuring a Masai dance

performance. Day eleven enjoy the Masai Mara with both morning and afternoon game drives. Day twelve travel to the outskirts of Nairobi to visit the farmhouse of Karen Blixen, author of the book “Out of Africa”. Later, visit the Giraffe Sanctuary where you will have the opportunity to feed the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Day thirteen depart Nairobi for Amboseli National Park, famous for its open plains

where lions and elephants roam. The breathtaking snowcapped Mt. Kilimanjaro dominates the landscape. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. Day fourteen experience two game drives – your final chance to see the “Big 5”. Day fifteen the tour ends. Return to Nairobi where a day room has been reserved for you to freshen up prior to your departure for home.

The Plains of africa

sePTember 12 - 26, 2018 - 15 Days

note: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 34 meals included. $600 deposit per person due upon registration. Save $100 and book by February 7, 2018.

Double $8,269 per person Single $10,559 per person



Reflections of Italy October 23 - November 2, 2018 - 11 Days

Travel to Italy, a land rich in history, culture, art and romance. We are flying in one day before the tour begins to give you time to rest or explore on your own. Day two arrive in Rome, the “Eternal City”. Day three enjoy free time. Tonight join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Day four a locally guided panoramic tour of Rome features the Piazza Venezia, the Circus Maximus, the Arch of Constantine and the famous Piazza Navona. Afterwards, enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum. This afternoon you may choose an optional tour to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Day five travel to Assisi,

birthplace of St. Francis. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the old city, including the Basilica of St. Francis. Afterwards you’re off to medieval Perugia to behold one of the grandest squares in Italy – the Piazza IV Novembre. Day six journey through Tuscany’s graceful low-lying hills to the mystical city of Siena. After a walking tour, explore the narrow Gothic streets, with its great shops and outdoor cafes before arriving in Florence, the “Cradle of Italian Renaissance”. Day seven begins with a visit to the world-famous Academy Gallery to see Michelangelo’s statue of David. Your tour continues to the Cathedral of Santa Maria Del Fiore, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Church of Santa Croce, burial place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. The afternoon is at leisure. Day eight depart Florence and stop at a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region with its own 12th century castle. Learn about Tuscany’s famous wines and enjoy a lunch filled with local specialties. Afterwards, travel to enchanting Venice. Consisting of 117 tiny islands, 150 canals, and 400 bridges, Venice is one of the most interesting and lovely places in the world. Day nine begins with a boat trip to Murano Island for an up-close glass making demonstration. Next, return to Venice and arrive at St. Mark’s Square, where it’s your choice! Join a local expert on a walking tour of this famous square to view St. Mark’s Basilica and visit the Doge’s Palace and the legendary Bridge of Sighs. Or, go off the beaten path to explore the Castello Sestiere District with a local expert; get to know authentic Venice and see for yourself how the locals live as you walk canal by canal through the

narrow streets lined with churches and historic buildings. The afternoon is at leisure. Day ten depart Venice and travel to Milan. On your locally guided walking tour view the Opera House La Scala and Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, and visit the Duomo – this magnificent Gothic cathedral is the third largest church in Europe. Tonight, come toast the end of an incredible journey at a farewell dinner. Day eleven the tour ends and you travel home.


note: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 14 meals included. $540 deposit per person due upon registration. Save $300 and book by April 9, 2018.



Discover New England’s Fall Charm September 28 - October 5, 2018 - 8 Days

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 11 meals included. $500 deposit per person due upon registration. Save $100 and book by March 28, 2018


This eight day trip highlights fall foliage and the charm of New England. Arrive on Day one in Providence, the capital of Rhode Island. Day two travel to the historic city of Boston, Massachusetts. Enjoy a tour that highlights Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House, the North End, Old North Church, the USS Constitution and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. During free time stroll along the famed Freedom Trail, a 2.5 mile walking path. Tonight join your fellow travelers for a welcome

dinner. Day three depart Providence and head west in search of the fall colors of New England. Stop in Stockbridge, Massachusetts home to Norman Rockwell. Visit the Norman Rockwell Museum to see his work and learn about this American icon. Next, set out for Vermont, the “Green Mountain State.” View traditional white steeple churches, quaint villages and charming landscape along the way. Day four begins at Hildene House, the former home of Robert Todd Lincoln, son of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln. Explore this impressive home, the magnificent gardens, and the estate’s vintage Pullman car. The afternoon you are free to explore the village and shops. Day five travel to Vermont’s Billings Farm and Museum. At this working farm, learn about the variety of livestock they keep and 19th century farming methods. Afterwards, stop in Woodstock, the “quintessential New England village.” Enjoy a nice lunch and walk around the lovely village green lined with historic homes. Later arrive at the quaint village

of Bethel, Maine. Day six travel to New Hampshire and visit the Rocks Estate, home to the North Country Conservation & Education Center. Tour the farm and learn about the history and importance of maple sugaring in the region, including a visit to a virtual tap room. Day seven depart Bethel and stop in the seaside resort town of Kennebunkport. Travel along its spectacular Ocean Drive. See Walker’s Point, former President George H.W. Bush’s summer

home. Next, enjoy free time to explore the quaint town center. Continue to charming coastal Portsmouth, New Hampshire one of America’s oldest cities and a thriving port city during the revolutionary period. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a true taste of New England during your farewell dinner featuring local lobster. Day eight the tour ends and you head home.



Travel on this small group tour that reveals the best of Vietnam. Arrive on Day two in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon. Day three your tour begins in Ho Chi Minh City. Day four head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, a maze of underground passageways used as hideouts by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. After lunch at a local restaurant, embark on a panoramic tour that features the Post Office, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Reunification Palace and the Old Market in District 1. Day five explore the famous Mekong Delta during a cruise along this bustling river. Enjoy a lunch of regional cuisine in a lush tropical garden. Visit a local residence to learn about their traditional way of life. Later, visit the Cao Dai Temple. Day six fly to Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital. Day seven your day begins in Ba Dinh Square, home of the mausoleum built to honor Ho Chi Minh, a revered figure in Vietnam. After lunch, set out on a cyclo tour of Hanoi that

takes you through its Old Quarter. Day eight venture to the countryside to Ky Son village. It’s your choice! Either embark on a stroll or a bike ride through the village. Next, learn about local culinary traditions during a cooking demonstration with a local chef. En route to Duong Lam village, meet villagers and see their unique historic homes and communal places of worship. Enjoy a visit to the Mia Pagoda. Stop at the humble Ngo Quyen and Phung Hung temples, built by the locals in the 8th and 10th centuries to honor their kings. Return to Hanoi for an evening at leisure. Day nine journey to Halong Bay for your overnight cruise on a luxury junk boat. Travel through the rice paddy fields and villages. Enjoy a lunchtime seafood feast aboard. This afternoon it’s your choice! Explore the floating fishing village by traditional row boat or by kayak! Day ten enjoy cruising through the emerald waters of Halong Bay back to the harbor. Then, return to Hanoi to board a flight to Hue, the Imperial capital city. Day eleven travel to the shores of the Perfume River and embark on a cruise that reveals Hue’s Imperial past. Our first stop is a Thien Mu Pagoda, one of the oldest and most remarkable religious buildings in the country. Then it’s on to see the incredible mausoleum of Emperor Tu Duc, the most elaborate royal tomb in the country. Continue to explore the sprawling Imperial Citadel that originally encompassed 148 buildings. Day twelve travel along the coast and through the countryside on your way to Hoi An. En route, pause to see the quaint Lang Co fishing village. Enjoy a visit to the Cham Museum in Da Hang, which houses the finest collection of Cham artwork. Arrive in Hoi An, an ancient merchant trading port and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Day thirteen explore Hoi An during a morning tour. Learn about the local cuisine at today’s cooking class. Begin with a visit to a local market to interact with vendors and learn about traditional ingredients. Learn how each of the vegetables and herbs are used to create everyday Vietnamese cuisine and enjoy lunch after your class. Then, visit one of Hoi An’s famous lantern workshops and try your hand at lantern making. Set out on a walking tour of this well-preserved town. Later, enjoy a peaceful boat trip along the Thu Bon River before leisure time to explore the old town. Day fourteen glimpse into the Champa Kingdom at the

remarkable ruins of My Son Sanctuary (UNESCO), situated in a remote jungle valley. This once thriving epicenter of religion and politics dates back to the 4th century and has more than 20 well-preserved monuments to discover. Next, explore Tra Que Herb village, a small farming community. En route, stop to see 17th-century Japanese tombs, the only ones of their kind outside of Japan. Day fifteen fly to Ho Chi Ming City. Tonight, toast the end of a remarkable adventure at your farewell dinner. Day sixteen the tour ends and you head home with memories of a lifetime.

Taste of Vietnam March 6 – 21, 2019 – 16 Days

Optional 3 Night Bangkok Post Tour Extension

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 28 meals included. $540 deposit per person due upon registration. Save $200 and book by August 1, 2018.




Discover Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Enjoy the rare opportunity to see the aurora borealis – one of nature’s most dazzling light displays, also known as the northern lights. Your tour begins on Day two in Reykjavik. Get acquainted with old town on a walking tour featuring Hallgrimskirkja Church, city hall, the harbor and Reykjavik’s oldest building, now home to the Kraum Icelandic design center. Tonight join your fellow travelers at a popular restaurant for your welcome dinner. Then, take an exhilarating northern lights cruise. Leave behind the bright city

lights and sail into the darkness of Faxafloi Bay in search of the aurora borealis – or northern lights. Day three travel the incredible Golden Circle, a route that encompasses many of Iceland’s most renowned natural wonders. Journey to Thingvellir National Park, the nation’s most historic area. Icelanders gathered here in A.D. 930 and established what is considered one of the world’s first parliaments. Stand upon one of the globe’s most geologically significant landscapes, Thingvellir’s rugged rift valley, marking the point where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Stop at the geothermal fields of Geysir and Strokkur. Then, marvel at the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) Waterfall, a stunning 100-foot double cascade. Next, see Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous and picturesque waterfalls with a walkway behind it. Continue to Vik, the southernmost village in Iceland. After dinner, search for the aurora borealis – the elusive northern lights. Day four drive along the scenic south shore to the Eyjafjallajokull Volcano Visitor Centre. Learn about a family’s struggle to live during and following the dramatic 2010 explosion of the infamous Eyjafjallajokull Volcano that brought European flights to a halt. Visit Skogar Folk Museum which contains an outstanding collection covering all aspects of Icelandic life including farm and domestic artifacts, as well as turf-built homes. Nearby is the Skogafoss Waterfall, one of the largest in Iceland. Later, view Reynisfjara, a black volcanic sand beach. See the unique natural rock formations at Dyrholaey. After dinner, gaze at the sky in search of the northern lights, a truly spectacular sight. Day five travel to Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, filled with floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary landscape and perhaps see some seals swimming in Arctic waters. Travel to Skafafell, gateway to Vatnajokull National Park. The largest national park in Europe, Vatnajokull is known for having Iceland’s highest mountains; an Alpine environment; and the Vatnajokull Glacier, Europe’s largest. After dinner, continue the search for the shimmering northern lights. Day six drive to the Reykjanes Peninsula, known for its rugged landscape, lava fields, numerous hot springs, and home of the Blue Lagoon. Return to Reykjavik for your farewell dinner and overnight stay. Day seven the tour ends and you head home

Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights

November 11 - 17, 2018 - 7 Days

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 10 meals included. $790 deposit per person due upon registration. Price guarenteed until May 4, 2018.




Travel to the southernmost continent and experience an adventure in Antarctica. Visit Buenos Aires, Argentina then Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city on the Patagonian Peninsula. Then board the expedition vessel for an eleven day cruise through the fabled Drake Passage to Antarctica. Enjoy whales, seals, penguins and other sea birds in their natural environment. Experts provide presentations on history, biology and geology throughout your adventure. Follow in the footsteps of the great explorers…the privilege of witnessing this fragile, remote environment is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. At tour’s end we return to Buenos Aires for a fun-filled evening. Tour extensions include a 3 night pre-tour extension to Iguazu Falls or a 3 night post-tour extension to Easter Island.

Coming Soon! Adventure to Antarctica 2019 – 17 Days

Get into the holiday spirit and travel to the “Jazz Capital of the World” – New Orleans! In December, the city sparkles with the season’s pageantry and rolls out the red (and green) carpet! Day two visit the Hermann-Grima house for an old-fashioned Christmas. See the home as it appeared in the 19th century and learn about Creole holiday traditions. Afterwards, a walking tour of the French Quarter features the majestic St. Louis Cathedral. Perhaps you’ll hear some carolers in Jackson Square as you make your way past the Pontalba, the oldest apartment building in

the French Quarter. These historic structures will be dressed in holiday finery. Next, stop to taste a true New Orleans favorite – beignets at Café Du Monde. Then, explore Pirate’s Alley and the bustling French Marketplace where you can find unique Christmas gifts and see a 30-foot tree topped by a Fleur de Lis! The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, you’re in for a treat at the New Orleans School of Cooking. Learn how to cook for the holidays with this New Orleans style demonstration. After dinner, the magic continues at Celebration in the Oaks, a New Orleans tradition, with a train ride that takes you through lit bridges, lagoons and gardens. Day three set out on a guided panoramic tour. See the St. Louis Cemetery #3, which opened in 1854 and holds some of the most elaborate crypts found in the city’s cemeteries. Then, relax during a

drive along the shoreline of Lake Pontchartrain. Next, enjoy lunch and a holiday-themed musical revue by the Victory Belles at the National World War II Museum. Afterwards, you’ll want to explore this fascinating museum to learn about the American wartime experience. Day four drive along New Orleans’ historic Esplanade Avenue. Then, journey through the Louisiana swamp on a cruise narrated by your colorful captain. Learn about the history and ecology of this fascinating ecosystem while keeping an eye out for wildlife, including

bald eagles, herons, turtles and alligators. Return to New Orleans and the afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, celebrate the season and toast the end of a great trip at a traditional reveillon dinner at The Court of Two Sisters in the French Quarter. Day five the tour ends and you head home.

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New Orleans Holiday

December 2 – 6, 2018 – 5 Days

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 7 meals included. $610 deposit per person due upon registration. Save $100 and book by May 25, 2018.




Travel with Mayflower Tours to explore the wonders of Wyoming, from Cheyenne Frontier Day’s celebration and Cody Nite Rodeo to the majesty that is Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Day one arrive in the “Mile High City” of Denver. Tonight enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers. Day two depart Denver for Cheyenne, Wyoming. Your arrival coincides with their annual Frontier Days, the “World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration.” Enjoy a Behind the Chutes Tour to get a look at what goes on behind the scenes at the rodeo. Next, take your reserved seat at Cheyenne’s world-class rodeo. Later, you are treated to dinner and

live cowboy entertainment at the Bit-O-Wyo Dinner Show. The chuckwagon line serves up the finest cowboy steaks and the wranglers offer up a helping of music and comedy. Day three begins with a plate of hot pancakes and special Cheyenne “howdy” at the annual Pancake Breakfast where over 100,000 flap-jacks are served every year. Next, climb aboard the Cheyenne Trolley for a narrated tour of this Old West town. You’ll see the historic Depot Buildings, a National Landmark and see where many gunfights occurred as well as the spot where Wild Bill Hickok was married. Later, head out to Terry Bison Ranch Resort where you climb aboard the train for a ride out to the middle of the ranch’s bison herd. Then, it’s back to the ranch for a tasty dinner served up Western style. Day four departing Cheyenne you skirt Medicine Bow National Forest and cross the expanse of the Great Divide Basin of Wyoming. Nearing Shoshone National Forest, the Wind River Range of the Rocky Mountains come into view. You will stop at the National Bighorn Interpretive Center to learn about these fascinating creatures, which live in the nearby mountains. Later, arrive in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Dinner tonight is at Dornan’s Resort on the banks of the

Snake River. Day five enjoy the spectacular vistas of the Grand Teton Mountains as you float down the Snake River. Day six travel the Rockefeller Memorial Parkway into magnificent Grand Teton National Park. In Yellowstone National Park, stop at storied Old Faithful Geyser, named for its regular eruptions about every 80 to 90 minutes. Next, explore Norris Geyser Basin, filled with an incredible variety of steam vents, mud pots, geysers, and hot springs. Continue on to the awesome 1,200 foot-deep Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, including views from Inspiration and Lookout Points. Later, arrive at your hotel in Cody, Wyoming. Day seven visit

the Heart Mountain Interpretive Center to learn about the internment of the Japanese-Americans that were confined here during WWII. Then, return to Cody for free time. At the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, you’ll encounter some historic figures, including Bill himself, the renowned sharpshooter Annie Oakley and Indian chief, Sitting Bull. Dinner tonight is a live western show featuring Dan Miller’s Cowboy Music Revue. Afterwards, you’ll attend the Cody Nite Rodeo. Deemed the “Rodeo Capital of the World,” Cody’s rodeo began in 1938 and is the longest running and only nightly rodeo in the world. After the nightly Flag Presentation, enjoy the exciting barrel racing, bull riding and saddle bronc riding. Day eight depart Wyoming for Montana. Stop at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. The area memorializes the U.S. Army’s Cavalry’s battle with Sioux and Cheyenne warriors in 1876. Explore the battlefield; see historic photos and the many artifacts. Tonight enjoy a farewell dinner as you toast the end of an amazing trip. Day nine the tour ends and you head home.

Cheyenne Frontier Days

July 23 - 31, 2018 - 9 Days

NOTE: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, hotel transfers, and 15 meals included. $350 deposit per person due upon registration


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RhineandMoselRiverCruiseBring a friend to see and hear about these two fun trips!

Light refreshments are provided, and parking is free.

Saturday, January 27 1:00 pm or

Saturday, March 3 10:00 am

MJC East Campus Forum Buliding, Room 110



Tulip Time on the Romantic Rhine and Mosel River Cruise

note: Cancellation waiver insurance, airfare, cruise ship accommodations, 2 nights hotel accommodations, round trip airport transfers from Modesto, transfers, and 23 meals included. $829 deposit per person due upon registration. Book by March 31, 2018 and receive free airfare

Travel on this River Cruise through Mayflower Tours and experience Spring along the Rhine and Mosel Rivers. From the enchanting Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands to the majestic heights of Switzerland, see the countryside bloom as you sail these two historic rivers of Europe. Arrive on Day two in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Transfer to the MS Amadeus Silver III. On a narrated canal cruise, view the city from a different perspective as you pass historic buildings, lovely townhomes and churches at water level. Day three

visit Keukenhof Gardens and discover why it’s called the “Garden of Europe.” Admire gorgeous flowers at the height of tulip season. Day four visit 2,000-year-old Cologne and enjoy a walking tour to the town center and Domplatz – home of the magnificent cathedral, which serves as the symbol of the city. Day five visit Cochem, one of the prettiest villages along the Mosel. Cochem, is best known for its fortified gates, pastel-colored or half-timbered buildings, Baroque towers and vintages of Mosel Riesling wine. Enjoy an included guided tour of the 19th century Reichsburg Castle. This afternoon, the ship sails on to Koblenz. This evening, a lively performance by local German entertainers takes place onboard the ship. Day six enjoy an included walking tour of historic Koblenz. Stroll through the narrow lanes and romantic squares of the city center past some of the cultural monuments, medieval churches and beautifully restored houses. This afternoon don’t miss the spectacular scenery as you cruise through the “Splendor of the Rhine” featuring St. Goar and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Later, arrive in Rudesheim, one of the Rhine’s most delightful towns. Your Mayflower Cruise Directors will walk you into town where you’ll have free time to stroll through the alleyways filled with shops. Enjoy your evening in Rudesheim and stop in a beer hall or wine tavern along the lively Drosselgasse. Day seven a brief port call is made in Mannheim for disembarkation of

the optional excursion to Heidelberg. Known as Germany’s oldest university town, Heidelberg is also famous for the ruins of its red-walled 16th century castle. The ship continues on to Speyer where the optional excursion will end. Day eight enjoy a panoramic tour in lovely Strasbourg, France, one of Europe’s most attractive cities. Later, a walking tour of the city center takes you on a stroll through the charming Old Quarter, “La Petite France” with its typical Alsatian half-timbered houses. The Main Square

is dominated by the magnificent gothic cathedral with carvings as delicate as any piece of hand-made lace. Day nine disembark the ship in Basel, Switzerland to begin your Swiss adventure. Depart by motorcoach to Lucerne, a picturesque town surrounded by mountains and meadows. A walking tour highlights the city’s landmark, the famous 14th century Chapel Bridge that crosses the Ruess River. See the 17th century Renaissance Town Hall and town squares, all set amongst the beautiful backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The afternoon is at leisure. Day ten is at leisure. You plan your own itinerary. Perhaps you will choose the optional excursion to Mt. Pilatus, a mountain overlooking Lucerne that offers a unique Alpine experience. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers. Day eleven the tour ends and you head home.

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Registration Form and Information

onLIne www.mjc4life.org — Register online and save $5. If you register online you will receive instant verification of enrollment! All registrations EXCEPT online registration, trips, motorcycle training, special sports clinics, and career certification classes will be charged a $5 registration fee.

If you already have a Student Profile at www.mjc4life.org, sign in (left hand column). If you have forgotten your Username or Password please call our office at 209.575.6063. If you have not registered for a Community Education class/trip before, please click on Sign In on the left side, and then “Create New Student Profile.” Once you have created your profile, you can sign in and register for classes at anytime using the information you submitted. It’s the easiest, quickest way to register! PHone 209.575.6063 If you cannot register online, call and register over the telephone with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover credit card/debit card. There will be a $5 registration fee added to your order. Please have all information requested on the registration form below available when you call. WALK-In Morris Memorial Admin. Bldg, Rm 104, East Campus, 435 College Ave, Modesto Register in person - Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM. $5 fee charged for most classes. MAIL MJC Community Education, 435 College Avenue, Modesto, CA 95350 Send completed registration form (or copy of it) to MJC Community Education. If you’d

like a confirmation returned to you, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Add $5 registration fee to the total (see form below). Please make check payable to MJC.

FAX 209.575.6025 – Be sure to include credit card information on your registration form. Add the $5 registration fee to the total (see form below).

Registration Form for Community Education Classes

First Name _____________________________________ Last Name ___________________________________

Mailing Address ________________________________________________________________________________

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Gender M F | Date of Birth ____________________________________________________________

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REQUIRED for registration: I have read the Refund Policy on page 67.

Write the Class Title (or enough of the title to clearly identify the class) as well as the appropriate Section Letter (A - B - C) if listed. Also Include the Start Date (i.e., Jan 17).

CLASS TITLE (and Section Letter if needed (A - B - C - D) START DATE PRICE

Registration Fee (If you are NOT registering online please add this $5 fee) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00All registrations EXCEPT online registration, trips, motorcycle training, special sports clinics, and career certification classes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Refund Policy OFFERINGS If you call us to cancel at least seven days prior to the start date, you will be refunded your registration fee, less a $20 processing fee. Any time after the seven days prior to class, or once an offering begins, we are unable to refund any portion of your fee. Different refund policies apply to trips and tours - see page 50.

ON-LINE CLASSES If you registered for our online classes at the online class site, you MUST call our office to request a refund. You may cancel anytime during the first week of class.

CANCELLED OFFERINGS A full (100%) refund will be given for an offering or trip that the college cancels. Refunds take a few weeks to process. If you pay by credit card, your account will be credited, if you pay by check or cash, you will receive a check in the mail.

Can I register in the classroom?Walk-in registration is on a space-available basis. You can only pay for a class at the door with check, money order made payable to MJC, or credit card. NOTE: No unregistered people are allowed in the class (parents, children, infants, guests). Can I stay in the class with my child?No. Unless the class is specifically set up as a parent/child class, or parent participation is encouraged, we ask that you not stay in the class with your child. If your child is not able to stay by themselves in a classroom setting, please wait until they are older. What do the fees pay for?Community Education classes/trips do not receive tax support. Your enrollment fees pay all costs of the program. In some cases there are additional material fees collected either by the instructor or at the time of registration for books or class supplies. Do I have to pay for parking?MJC parking regulations are in effect 24 hours a day from 7 a.m. on Monday thru 5 p.m. on Friday. Student parking is permitted in designated areas on the East and West Campus. Persons who park on campus are required to pay a fee. A daily ticket may be purchased from any campus parking ticket dispenser, located in the parking lots, for $2.00. Street parking is free. Why are offerings cancelled?Community Education offerings do not receive funding from the state, so there is a minimum number of students who must be enrolled in order for an offering to be held. The decision whether or not to cancel is made 2-3 days before the start date and is based on the number of fully paid fees on that date. So please register early. Supply Lists Some of our offerings require a supply list. If you don’t receive one, call our office at 575-6063 a few days before the start date. They are also posted on our web site at www.mjc.edu/commed. DO NOT purchase supplies until you have checked with our office at 575-6063 to confirm the class will be held.

Will I receive college credits?No - all of Community Education classes are not-for-profit. You may request an Award of Attendance once the class is over - no other records will be kept. If you wish to receive credits, you should choose an MJC credit class.

Can my child take an adult class?With the Minor Consent form and Student Conduct form, it may be possible for a child ages 14-17 to register for an adult class. The instructor needs to okay the child in their class. You must call our office at (209) 575-6063 to verify. Call for age requirements for Motorcycle classes. Can I get Financial Aid?Because we do not receive state funding to help support our program, our classes are not eligible for financial aid. Special Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities must be made at the time of registration and at least 10 days before the event. Every effort within our ability and legal responsibility will be made to meet your request. If you require an elevator for a second-level classroom, please let our office know when you register for your class.

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